Asia Cup 2025: With reference to Operation Sindoor, political leaders react to India's stunning victory

Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube stitched a crucial and blistering 50-plus stand (BCCI Photo)

As India clinched a decisive victory over Pakistan in the just-concluded Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai, the underlying undertone in most of the congratulatory messages from political leaders can't be ignored. With implicit reference to New Delhi's success in Operation Sindoor, the barrage of posts wishing Team India was started by none other than Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Reacting to the victory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi added a political flair to his post. "#OperationSindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same - India wins! Congrats to our cricketers," read PM's post.

"#OperationSindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same - India wins! Congrats to our cricketers," tweeted Home Minister Amit Shah.

External Affairs minister S Jaishankar also wished Team India for its success and sought to convey the message that 'new' India is on a upward trajectory. "Congrats to Team India on winning the Asia Cup," read the post from EAM Jaishankar. His Post harks of a new India, a new India that delivers, indicating the upward growth trajectory of the nation in all dynamics.

Similarly, Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath drove home the point that the country is excelling in multiple fields. "Whatever the field, victory will always be India's... Hearty congratulations to every player of the Indian cricket team! Jai Hind," tweeted the UP CM.

India bowled out Pakistan for a modest 146 runs. In response, India chased down the target with two balls to spare, winning by five wickets. The Men in Blue had already defeated Pakistan twice in this edition of the multinational tournament.

Tilak Varma played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 69 off 53 balls. Shivam Dube contributed a quickfire 33 off 22 balls, and Rinku Singh sealed the victory with a boundary in the final over.

Following India’s thrilling victory in the Asia Cup 2025, a wave of reactions has taken over the internet, reflecting a nationwide outpouring of pride and excitement. From heartfelt congratulatory messages to celebratory memes, social media platforms have been flooded with posts praising Team India’s performance.

Fans hailed the players’ grit and determination, while many highlighted standout moments that turned the match in India’s favour. Political leaders, celebrities, former cricketers, and public figures joined the chorus, sharing their joy and admiration for the team’s achievement.