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Indian Team Refuses Asia Cup Trophy from Pakistan Official as Pahalgam Attack Victim's Father Praises Patriotic Stance
Sep 29, 2025 03:01 pm CST
The Indian cricket team, led by Suryakumar Yadav, declined to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Pakistan's interior minister following their victory over Pakistan, earning praise from Lt. Vinay Narwal's father. Yadav also announced he would donate his entire tournament match fee to support Pahalgam terror attack victims and India's armed forces, despite facing an ICC fine for previous statements honoring the victims.
Jasprit Bumrah's 'Plane Down' Celebration Against Pakistan Goes Viral: Union Minister Calls It "Deserved Punishment"
Sep 29, 2025 11:57 am CST
India secured their ninth Asia Cup title with a five-wicket victory over Pakistan in a controversy-filled final in Dubai. Jasprit Bumrah's 'plane down' celebration after dismissing Pakistan's Haris Rauf has gone viral, with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju endorsing the gesture as "deserved punishment" following earlier provocative actions by Pakistani players. The match was set against a backdrop of diplomatic tension following the Pahalgam terror attack that led to Operation Sindoor.