WATCH: Indian youngsters celebrate their Asian Games 2023 Gold Medal in fun style inside hotel room

The emerging stars of Indian cricket, including talents like Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, and Avesh Khan, celebrated their remarkable gold medal victory at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou with infectious zeal and enthusiasm. The Indian men's cricket team clinched the gold medal in their Asian Games debut, triumphing over Afghanistan, in a final match that had to be abandoned due to adverse weather conditions on October 7, Saturday.

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Under the astute leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad, the Indian men were crowned champions based on their status as the highest-ranked T20I team in the competition. Following this historic win, a heartwarming video of the jubilant Indian cricketers, featuring the exuberant trio of Arshdeep Singh, Ravi Bishnoi, and Avesh Khan, went viral on social media. Their celebration was a sight to behold, as their unbridled joy and passion were on full display.

In the video shared by spinner Ravi Bishnoi on his Instagram account, these talented cricketers could be seen wholeheartedly singing and grooving to the iconic Bollywood track 'Lehra Do' from the movie '83'. The video was aptly captioned, "Unfiltered Emotions," capturing the raw and genuine excitement of the moment.

Here’s the viral video:

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Gold Medal celebrations from Avesh Khan, Ravi Bishnoi and Arshdeep Singh. pic.twitter.com/513BrtZkmX

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 8, 2023

The final game vs Afghanistan was called off due to rain

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As for the match itself, Afghanistan was at 112/5 after 18.2 overs when rain interrupted the proceedings, ultimately leading to the abandonment of the game. This twist of fate favoured India, securing them the gold medal. It was a fitting reward for their prowess and determination throughout the tournament.

In addition to the men's cricket team, the women's cricket team also clinched the gold medal, bringing further glory to India in the Asian Games. This dual triumph was a testament to the exceptional talent and dedication of Indian cricket.

Notably, the Indian contingent concluded their Asian Games campaign with a historic tally of 107 medals, marking a watershed moment in the history of the tournament. This remarkable achievement underscored India's growing prominence in the world of sports and left the nation brimming with pride and joy.