Tilak Varma shared insights into his composure during the high-stakes Asia Cup final against Pakistan, revealing the strategies that enabled him to perform when the odds were stacked against him. As India pursued a target of 147 runs, Varma played a pivotal role, remaining unbeaten with a score of 69.
The left-handed batsman took control during a critical phase of the game, after establishing a 57-run partnership with Sanju Samson. The momentum shifted significantly when he teamed up with Shivam Dube, who scored 33 runs off 22 balls. Their 60-run stand in 40 balls turned the tide, solidifying India’s position and diminishing Pakistan’s prospects.
Varma explained his approach centered on prioritizing the nation, relying on the fundamental principles and discipline instilled from his early cricketing years. This mental clarity, he noted, kept him focused, preventing pressure from overwhelming him.