Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma, Player of the Tournament Gifted Haval H9
On September 28, India secured their ninth Asia Cup title after a thrilling 5-wicket win over Pakistan. Abhishek Sharma topped the run charts with 314 runs across seven innings, earning him the Player of the Tournament award.
India defeated Pakistan by 5 wickets to win the title for a record ninth time. Tilak Varma’s 69 was instrumental in sealing the chase, while a final-over four by Rinku Singh wrapped up the tournament for the Indian side. India remained undefeated throughout the tournament, with 9 wins, including the final.
Abhishek Sharma, as Player of the Tournament, received a Haval H9 SUV as a token of appreciation.
About the Haval H9 SUV
Haval is a subsidiary of Great Wall Motors (GWM), a Chinese automaker founded in Baoding. Known for its SUVs and pickup trucks, Haval became a standalone brand in 2013. The H9 is one of its globally recognized models.
Engine and Performance
The Haval H9 is powered by a 2.0L turbo petrol engine that produces approximately 214 hp and 380 Nm of peak torque. It features an 8-speed automatic transmission and can reach a top speed of around 200 km/h, with an estimated fuel efficiency of 9–12 km/l.
Safety, ADAS, Seating & Infotainment
The H9 comes equipped with Level 2 ADAS features, including:
- Traffic Sign Recognition
- Rear Collision Warning
- Automatic Emergency Braking
These enhance safety both on highways and in urban environments. Inside, the seven-seater cabin includes:
- A 14.6-inch touchscreen
- 10-speaker audio system
- Panoramic sunroof
- Wireless charging
Together, these features bring comfort and modern tech for families and long journeys.
Haval is preparing to launch the H9 in India, and it is expected to be priced around Rs 40 lakh, positioning it as a premium, off-road-capable SUV in the Indian market. Since Haval has not started retailing in India, even if you had the resources, you would not be able to get one for yourself.