Telugu Pride: CM Naidu and Jagan Reddy Praise Tilak Varma's Match-Winning Performance in Asia Cup Victory

N Chandrababu Naidu expressed high praise for Tilak Varma's remarkable composure during the Asia Cup final.

Amaravati:

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and YSRCP president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy both extended their heartfelt congratulations to Indian cricketer Tilak Varma for his outstanding performance that secured victory in the Asia Cup final.

The Chief Minister commended Varma's exceptional calmness and excellence under pressure, highlighting how his remarkable innings led India to triumph against Pakistan.

"What a star! Our Telugu boy, Tilak Varma, absolutely owned the pitch with a match-winning innings. His composure and brilliance are inspiring," Naidu shared in a post on 'X' platform on Sunday.

Naidu emphasized that this performance demonstrates the passion and resolve characteristic of Telugu youth. He further stated that Varma has brought immense pride to the entire state with his achievement.

Similarly, Reddy offered his congratulations to the Indian cricket team for their impressive victory in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan and specifically praised Varma's consistent excellence throughout the tournament.

"A special shoutout to our very own Telugu star, Tilak Varma, for his crucial performance in the final and consistent brilliance. Truly commendable effort," Reddy expressed in his 'X' post.

Tilak Varma, the talented left-handed batsman from Hyderabad, delivered an impressive blend of boldness and prudence to lead India to their ninth Asia Cup championship, following a thrilling five-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday.

With 10 runs needed in the final over, Tilak powerfully hit controversial bowler Haris Rauf into the mid-wicket stands. Subsequently, Rinku Singh, making his first appearance at the crease in the tournament, sealed the victory with a boundary that sent Indian supporters into celebrations.