Asia Cup 2025 [WATCH]: Jasprit Bumrah gets a special shoutout from wife Sanjana Ganesan with Bollywood twist during IND vs BAN clash

The Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash between India and Bangladesh in Colombo had no shortage of drama on the field, but it was a heartwarming off-field moment that stole the spotlight. Jasprit Bumrah, India’s pace spearhead and one of the most celebrated fast bowlers in modern cricket, received a special shoutout from his wife and sports presenter Sanjana Ganesan during the post-match interaction. In a light-hearted exchange, Bollywood actor Raghav Juyal joined the conversation with Bumrah’s wife and recreated a popular line from the hit Netflix series The Ba**ds of Bollywood*, directed by Aryan Khan. What followed was a viral moment across social media platforms, showcasing Bumrah’s growing cultural influence far beyond cricket.

While India marched into the Asia Cup final with a dominant win, it was this moment of affection and humor that brought smiles among fans, highlighting the balance between professional excellence and personal bonds in the life of one of cricket’s biggest stars.

Sanjana Ganesan surprises Jasprit Bumrah with a dialogue from new web series ‘Ba*ds of Bollywood’

The interaction began when actors Bobby Deol and Juyal, present as celebrity guests for the Super Four tie, revealed their admiration for Bumrah and the impact he continues to have on Indian cricket. Juyal, known for his comic flair, drew inspiration from his own line about Emraan Hashmi in The Ba**ds of Bollywood*. He tweaked it for cricket and cheekily remarked that when it comes to passion and performance, “Akkhi duniya ek taraf, mera Bumrah ek taraf”.

Ganesan, who was hosting the interview, was then invited by Juyal to repeat the line herself. Flashing a smile, she went along and echoed the phrase, leading to laughter all around as the clip quickly spread across TV and digital media platforms.

Such interaction not only emphasized Bumrah’s stature as a cultural figure but also highlighted how cricket continually intersects with Indian entertainment, giving fans moments of delight outside the boundaries of the game. With speculation always surrounding star cricketers and their families, this light hearted event came as a refreshing story amidst the high-pressure tournament narrative.

Here’s the video:

Akkhi duniya ek taraf, m̶e̶r̶a̶ humara 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐦-rah ek taraf 😉

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India storm into final with another clinical win

On the field, Bumrah stayed true to his reputation as India’s match-winner. The right-arm pacer produced another clinical performance, finishing with figures of 2 for 18 in his four-over spell. His precise lengths and variations helped India prevent Bangladesh from building momentum during their chase of 169. Supported well by the spinners, India bowled Bangladesh out for 127, sealing a 41-run victory and progressing into the Asia Cup 2025 final.

Earlier, India had posted 168 for 6 in their innings, thanks largely to Abhishek Sharma’s explosive knock. The left-hander hammered 75 off just 37 deliveries, decorated with six fours and five sixes, earning him the “Player of the Match” award. Despite a middle-order slump, his aggressive batting ensured India had enough runs to defend.

This result confirmed Sri Lanka’s elimination from the competition, leaving Thursday’s Pakistan vs Bangladesh clash to decide who would meet India in the final on Sunday. With Bumrah spearheading the bowling attack and young talents like Abhishek stepping up in crunch moments, India appear well placed to lift another Asia Cup crown. Off the field, with Sanjana’s sweet tribute capturing headlines, Bumrah once again proved he remains a figure admired not just for his skill but also for the warmth and relatability he shares with fans worldwide.

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