QUETTA: Chief Minister of Balochistan, Mir Sarfraz Bugti, has extended his warmest congratulations to Pakistan’s U-19 cricket team, the Shaheens, for their emphatic victory over India in the final of the U-19 Asia Cup 2025.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the Chief Minister hailed the team’s “splendid and decisive” triumph, calling it a testament to the players’ exceptional talent and national spirit. He praised the young squad for displaying extraordinary performance under pressure, demonstrating “complete and clear superiority” over their arch-rivals in the high-stakes final in Dubai.
“The disciplined bowling of the Shaheens dismantled the Indian batting line, while our batsmen played with confidence and skill, making the match one-sided,” CM Bugti stated. He emphasized that the comprehensive 191-run victory was a result of meticulous planning and flawless execution.
The Chief Minister described the historic win as a living proof of the young players’ “high determination, hard work, discipline, and professional capabilities.” He underscored that such success is destined for teams that take the field with courage, self-confidence, and unwavering national pride.
Extending his felicitations to the entire nation, the players, the coaching staff, and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mir Sarfraz Bugti said the victory was not merely a sporting achievement but a significant source of national pride. He added that the performance of the Shaheens reflects a bright and promising future for cricket in Pakistan, showcasing the depth of emerging talent in the country.
The statement from the Balochistan Chief Minister adds to the nationwide celebrations that have greeted the young champions since their triumphant return to Pakistan.
Meanwhile Thousands of jubilant cricket fans created a sea of green at Islamabad International Airport on Sunday, welcoming home the nation’s new Under-19 champions after a historic victory over arch-rivals India. The scenes erupted as the young team, having clinched the U-19 Asia Cup 2025 title, returned to a nation celebrating their dominant performance.
