Live Update: “Congratulations to Team India for a campaign that deserves this moment” – Jay Shah congratulates Shreyas Iyer and Co.
for Asian Games triumph The Indian men’s cricket team defeated Pakistan by 19 runs in the final in Nisshin on Saturday to win gold at the 2026 Asian Games. Jay Shah and Jasprit Bumrah (Source: AdFactors PR) The Indian men’s cricket team won the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games by defeating Pakistan by 19 runs in the final on Saturday in Nisshin. Shreyas Iyer’s side scored 211 for 6 in their 20 overs while Pakistan managed 192 for 6 in return.
The win was a significant achievement for Indian cricket in the continental tournament and continued the country’s strong form in T20 cricket throughout the year. Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Verma delivered crucial batting performances that proved crucial in the gold medal fight. Sharma scored 61 runs while Verma remained unbeaten on 51, setting the stage for India to post a competitive total.
Axar Patel also contributed to the heroics during the game. Their joint achievements were crucial for winning the medal. “Nagoya and Jan have proudly written a new chter in the history of cricket.
“Congratulations to Team India on a campaign that deserves this moment and our sincerest thanks go to all the participating nations, to the Olympic Council of Asia and the organizers whose vision brought us here, and to the thousands of fans whose presence reminded us why cricket around the world is so special,” Shah said. Message from Jay Shah after India’s gold The triumph added to India’s medal haul at the Asian Games as the country won its 81st medal overall, including its 19th gold medal. The success follows the women’s cricket team’s gold medal the previous week and gives Indian cricket a remarkable double victory in the continental event.
BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia and IOA President PT Usha were present at the final and witnessed India’s dominance over Pakistan. Jay Shah presented the gold medal to the victorious Indian team. The gold medal represents a continuation of India’s outstanding performance in cricket at the Asian Games and underlines the importance of the sport in continental competition.
The Indian men’s and women’s teams are now the reigning Asia Cup champions and Asia Cup gold medalists. While Shreyas led the men’s team, Harmanpreet Kaur was in charge of the women’s team.
