PM Modi's first reaction after India's victory over Pakistan in Asia Cup final: ‘Operation Sindoor on the games field’

‘Operation Sindoor on the games field’, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday in his first reaction after India's thrilling victory over Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai.

“#OperationSindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same - India wins!,” said PM Modi in a post on X.

The Prime Minister also congratulated cricketers for clinching ninth Asia Cup title.

Following the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, India had named its military operation ‘Operation Sindoor’ which targeted terrorists based in Pakistan.

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India bowled out Pakistan for 146 and then chased down the target of 147 with two balls remaining.

Meanwhile, celebrations erupted across India as fans took to the streets to dance, burst crackers and distribute sweets.

Several fans also carried tricolour amid chants of ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’.

President Droupadi Murmu also took to X to congratulate Team India. "The team did not lose any match in the tournament, marking its dominance in the game. I wish Team India sustained glory in the future," said Murmu.

ICC chairman Jay Shah said, “A proud moment for Indian cricket as Team India showcases excellence, consistency, and character on the biggest stage. Kudos to the players and support staff for a stellar campaign.”

“Congrats to Team India on winning the Asia Cup. New India delivers,” said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.

In Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, the Indian Army jawans celebrated India's victory along with locals.

Match score

Tilak Varma smashed an unbeaten 69 in 53 balls, guiding India to victory over Pakistan by five wickets.

Shivam Dube contributed a breezy 22-ball 33 during a 60-run partnership.

Pakistan: 146 all out in 19.1 overs (Sahibzada Farhan 57, Fakhar Zaman 46; Kuldeep Yadav 4/30).

India: 150 for five in 19.4 overs (Tilak Varma 69 not out, Shivam Dube 33).

Jasprit Bumrah responds to Haris Rauf's gesture

During the title clash, Jasprit Bumrah pulled out an "airplane crash" celebration after dismissing Pakistani pacer Haris Rauf, who had come under fire for his provocative gestures during the Super Four stage clash between the arch rivals.

Rauf was Bumrah's first victim and overall ninth in the match. After castling his stump, Bumrah used his hand to gesture a plane crashing, which was in a way a direct response to what Rauf did during the Super Four clash not so long ago.