India’s young cricket sensation Tilak Varma was welcomed with great enthusiasm in Hyderabad after his remarkable performance in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan. Hundreds of fans gathered at Shamshabad Airport on Monday to cheer for the southpaw, whose unbeaten knock of 69 played a decisive role in India clinching a record ninth Asia Cup trophy. Varma’s return to his hometown turned into a grand celebration, with supporters filling the airport terminal and its outskirts, eager to catch a glimpse of their hero.
Hyderabad erupts for Tilak Varma for a hero’s welcome
The atmosphere at Shamshabad Airport was electric, with chants of “Tilak, Tilak!” ringing out as the young batter arrived. The 22-year-old cricketer was greeted by Telangana Sports Authority Chairman Shivsena Reddy and Managing Director Soni Bala Devi, who felicitated him for his match-winning efforts and presented him with a memento on behalf of the state. A viral video captured Varma waving to the jubilant crowd through the sunroof of his car, replayed across news and social media platforms as fans celebrated his achievement. Security had to intervene as enthusiastic supporters surrounded his vehicle, expressing gratitude and pride for bringing cricketing glory to Hyderabad.
His elder brother Tarun Varma addressed the media at the airport, expressing immense pride in Tilak’s nerves of steel in the final. “He played exceptionally well, and I am thrilled with his performance. It is challenging to play like that in a final, but I am very happy he delivered. When he was batting, I felt great. There was some pressure, but he said he could handle it. Everyone feels very happy and proud,” Tarun remarked to media. The family’s joy echoed the sentiments of millions of fans across the country.
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A warmly Welcomed of Tilak Verma At Hyderabad Airport..!!🥶🔥
The Unbelievable Craze..!!💪🔥 pic.twitter.com/KUuhNyo48z
— 𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ (@rushiii_12) September 29, 2025
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Varma’s defining Asia Cup knock against Pakistan
The Asia Cup 2025 final was a high-stakes encounter, as India chased down Pakistan’s competitive total with just two balls to spare. India’s innings was in trouble after losing early wickets. Varma, walking out to bat in a pressure-cooker scenario, faced relentless sledging from Pakistan’s players. However, the left-hander maintained composure, letting his bat silence his critics. “I wanted my bat to do the talking. They were saying a lot of things, and I just wanted to respond with my bat. Now they are nowhere to be seen on the ground,” Tilak stated on BCCI.TV in conversation with teammate Shivam Dube, who partnered him for a crucial 60-run stand.
Varma’s unbeaten 69 off 53 deliveries showcased his temperament and class against quality opposition. He maneuvered the chase skillfully, anchoring India through a tempest of nerves and rivalry. His partnership with Dube shifted the momentum, culminating in India lifting the Asia Cup for the ninth time—a record in world cricket. The innings has cemented Varma’s reputation as one of India’s most promising young batters, and the celebration in Hyderabad reflects the city’s pride in their newest sporting icon.
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