Coming in with India reeling at 20\/3, Tilak delivered an innings of poise and precision under pressure to hit three fours and four sixes in a knock to be remembered for ages. While others faltered, Varma stood tall by anchoring the chase and dished out a masterclass in timing and temperament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While stitching stands of 57 and 60 with Sanju Samson (24) and Shivam Dube (33), Varma helped India cross the finish line with two balls to spare and sign off from the tournament filled with drama and intensity by winning the trophy as the competition\u2019s lone unbeaten team \u2013 incidentally on the day they won the trophy in 2018.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt was pressure. They (Pakistan) were bowling well. They were mixing the pace up. I was breathing and trying to stay calm,\u201d Tilak said, reflecting on the tense moments in the final.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Highlighting his teammates\u2019 contributions, he added, \u201cFantastic knock from Sanju Samson. The way Shivam Dube batted under pressure was important for the country. Their performance lifted the team when it mattered most.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Tilak also emphasized preparation and flexibility as key factors in handling high-pressure situations. \u201cWe have prepared for every position. You should be flexible. I was prepared to bat at any order and was backing my game. When the wickets are on the slower side, I have talked to Gautam Gambhir sir and worked hard,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Highlighting his teammates\u2019 contributions, he added, \u201cFantastic knock from Sanju Samson. The way Shivam Dube batted under pressure was important for the country. Their performance lifted the team when it mattered most.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Tilak\u2019s words highlighted not only his own composure under pressure but also the collective effort of the team. \u201cThe way we supported each other, planned for different situations, and stayed calm under pressure made the difference,\u201d he added, capturing the essence of India\u2019s triumph in one of cricket\u2019s fiercest rivalries.<\/p>\r\n\r\n