Team India has returned home triumphantly after clinching their eighth Asia Cup title by defeating Sri Lanka in a spectacular final showdown. Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, and other team members were spotted disembarking at the Mumbai Airport and heading towards their respective vehicles.
India’s victory in the final was nothing short of sensational, as they bowled out Sri Lanka for a mere 50 runs and sealed the match in just 6.1 overs. Mohammed Siraj emerged as the hero of the final, delivering a mesmerizing performance. After Jasprit Bumrah struck early, Siraj wreaked havoc by taking four wickets in a single over. He concluded the match with six wickets to his name, conceding only 21 runs in seven overs.
#WATCH | Team India arrived at Mumbai’s Kalina Airport after winning the #AsiaCup2023 finals against Sri Lanka.
India beat Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup final by 10 wickets.
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— ANI (@ANI) September 18, 2023
Siraj’s exceptional performance played a pivotal role in limiting Sri Lanka to a humiliating total in the final. Hardik Pandya also made a significant contribution, taking three wickets, while India’s openers, Shubman Gill and Ishan Kishan, efficiently chased down the target in just seven overs. Captain Rohit Sharma praised the entire team for their outstanding performance, resulting in their record eighth Asia Cup victory.
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Rohit Sharma expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, saying, “It was a great performance. To deliver such a commanding performance in the final reflects our mental strength. We had a fantastic start with the ball and a clinical finish with the bat. I was fielding in the slips, and our seamers deserve special mention. They have been working tirelessly and showed exceptional clarity in their approach. This performance will be cherished for a long time.”
Rohit also acknowledged the exceptional skills of Mohammed Siraj, emphasizing that it is rare for seamers to move the ball both in the air and off the pitch. He praised Siraj’s growth and credited the team’s collective effort in the tournament.
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Looking ahead, Rohit Sharma expressed anticipation for the upcoming series in India and the World Cup, highlighting the standout performances of players like Hardik, Ishan, KL, and Virat in critical situations. He also commended Shubman Gill for his consistent batting displays and the team’s resilience at various stages of the tournament.
