The Indian team, led by Shreyas Iyer, won the gold medal in the men's cricket tournament at the 2026 Asian Games, defeating Pakistan by 19 wickets. Pakistan was set a target of 212 runs but could only score 192 runs, losing 6 wickets.
During the post-match celebration, a particular moment drew everyone's attention. When the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), Jay Shah, approached to congratulate the Indian players on their victory, 15-year-old Vaibha Suryavanshi bent down and kissed his feet, accepting his blessing. Video of this moment is actively being discussed on social media.
Known as 'Baby Boss,' Vaibha Suryavanshi scored 15 runs off 9 balls in the final, including two sixes. Although he did not play a large innings, he set a significant record: he became the youngest Indian to win a gold medal at the Asian Games.
Vaibha Suryavanshi is only 15 years old, but he has established himself in Indian cricket over the past few months. After an impressive batting performance for Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the IPL 2026, he was given a spot in the national team, and now he has won a gold medal at the Asian Games.
This moment when Vaibha met Jay Shah after the final against Pakistan was captured by the camera. This small episode became special among the photos of the Indian team's victory.
The gold medal match between India and Pakistan was very significant. India first defended 211 runs in 20 overs, where Tilak Verma performed brilliantly, scoring a half-century in just 21 balls, setting a fast pace for the Indian innings. A crucial partnership with Shiv Dubey helped India reach a high score. Subsequently, Indian bowlers put pressure on the Pakistani batsmen, allowing India to win the match and secure the gold medal.