Jasprit Bumrah’s Celebration Stuns Haris Rauf in Asia Cup Final

Jasprit Bumrah delivered a memorable performance in the Asia Cup 2025 final, held in Dubai on September 28, 2025, as he not only took crucial wickets but also mocked Haris Rauf’s “fighter jet” celebration. After dismissing the Pakistani fast bowler, Bumrah replicated Rauf’s signature gesture, igniting a wave of reactions across social media.

Rauf had previously faced disciplinary action, receiving a 30% match fee suspension for his derogatory gestures during the Super 4 clash against India. His encounter with Bumrah in the final began with a cheeky boundary behind the stumps, but it quickly turned as Bumrah found his rhythm. The Mumbai Indians star bowled an inch-perfect yorker, clean-bowling Rauf and then celebrated in a manner that mirrored the Pakistani bowler’s earlier antics.

Bumrah’s final statistics were impressive, with figures of 3.1 overs bowled, yielding 25 runs and taking 2 wickets. His dismissals included Rauf and Mohammad Nawaz, contributing to Pakistan’s innings collapsing at 146 runs. The team had initially looked strong, reaching 84 runs for the loss of just one wicket within the first ten overs.

Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav Lead India to Victory

Kuldeep Yadav emerged as the standout bowler for India, claiming 4 wickets for just 30 runs in his four-over spell. His remarkable performance included three wickets in the same over, which significantly derailed the Pakistani batting lineup. Sahibzada Farhan was the top scorer for Pakistan, contributing 57 runs, while Fakhar Zaman added a solid 46 runs. Saim Ayub managed only 14 runs, and the rest of the batting order struggled to reach double digits.

India opted for Shivam Dube as the second-choice pacer, favoring him over other options like Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana. This decision proved strategic, as the Indian bowlers collectively ensured that Pakistan could not capitalize on their promising start.

Bumrah’s audacious celebration, replicating Rauf’s earlier gesture, sparked excitement among fans and showcased the competitive spirit of the tournament. The Asia Cup final highlighted not only individual performances but also the intense rivalry between India and Pakistan, further solidifying cricket’s status as a sport that captivates millions worldwide.