India secured a commanding five-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday, September 28, extending their dominant record against their arch-rivals to 3-0 in this edition of the tournament. The match, however, was not just about the cricket—it also featured some light-hearted banter that caught fans’ attention on social media.
Sanju Samson Falls to Abrar Ahmed After Promising Start
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson got off to a strong start in the high-stakes final, scoring 24 off 20 balls. He looked in top form, playing some attacking shots and building momentum for the Indian innings. But just when he seemed set for a big score, Pakistan’s leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed bowled a stunning delivery that cleaned him up—leaving both Samson and fans stunned.
Interestingly, Samson had a close call earlier in the ninth over when Abrar almost got him out. But it was the 12th over where the spinner had the last laugh, and he celebrated with his now-signature pose as Samson walked back to the dressing room.
Indian Trio Mimics Abrar’s Celebration After the Win
The highlight off the field came after the match, when Indian players Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, and Jitesh Sharma playfully mocked Sanju Samson by mimicking Abrar Ahmed’s “iconic” wicket celebration. The trio’s imitation was caught on camera and quickly went viral, drawing laughter and reactions across social media platforms.
Despite the dismissal, Samson’s contribution was significant. He built a 57-run partnership with Tilak Varma, who was later named Player of the Match for his composed knock of 69 off 53 balls, including three boundaries and four sixes.
India chased down Pakistan’s target with ease, sealing the title with five wickets in hand and reinforcing their dominance in the regional rivalry.
The fun moment between teammates reflects the strong camaraderie within the Indian camp—something that has been a hallmark of their success in the Asia Cup 2025.
