Rinku Singh's Historic Moment in Asia Cup Final Against Pakistan

Rinku Singh's Memorable Performance

Rinku Singh made a significant impact in the Asia Cup by playing just one ball throughout the tournament, yet that single delivery became unforgettable for cricket fans as he hit a winning boundary against Pakistan in the final. This match marked Rinku's debut in the tournament.

Facing Haris Rauf in the last over, Rinku struck a four on his very first ball, securing India's ninth Asia Cup title.

After the thrilling victory, Rinku expressed, "Nothing else matters. That one ball is what counts. It was the one I needed to hit the four. Everyone knows I'm a finisher. The team won, and I'm extremely happy."

Shubman Gill's Reflections on the Tournament

India's vice-captain, Shubman Gill, shared his thoughts with the official broadcaster, stating, "It's incredible. We remained unbeaten throughout the tournament. It feels great."

Gill added, "We were discussing in the dressing room that we needed to take the match to the end. The target wasn't too big, but we had to avoid pressure. It wasn't easy after losing three wickets early. The partnership between Sanju and Tilak, along with Dubey's sixes, were crucial."

Praise for the Batting Performance

Bowling coach Morne Morkel commended the batsmen, saying, "The boys delivered an outstanding performance today. The start in the powerplay wasn't great, but the batting improved significantly afterward. It was a great opportunity for Dubey, and he made the most of it."

Shivam Dubey's Role in the Match

Shivam Dubey was brought in to replace the injured Hardik Pandya. Kuldeep Yadav, who took four wickets, remarked, "Bowling in the middle overs is crucial. We played with spinners, and everyone had a different role. Pakistan started well, but we knew that if we took a few wickets, we could apply pressure."

Sanju Samson's Experience Under Pressure

Sanju Samson mentioned, "I enjoy playing under pressure. I haven't played many matches against Pakistan, but there was pressure. I utilized my experience and had a great time batting with Tilak."