3 unforgettable moments between India and Pakistan T20 legends

India and Pakistan have had some memorable encounters over the years across formats. There have been many fierce battles between players, which have sent the fans into a frenzy. There is no rivalry as intense as the India-Pakistan clash in the game of cricket. The two neighbouring countries are rooted in the shared history and geopolitical tensions following the 1947 Partition.

The upcoming edition of the T20 World Cup might not feature a clash between India and Pakistan, as the Pakistani government has confirmed that the Men in Green will boycott the clash on February 15 against the defending champions.

Nonetheless, ahead of the start of the 10th edition of the T20 World Cup, let's take a look at three intense clashes between players from both sides while playing T20I cricket.

3 unforgettable clashes between India and Pakistan T20 legends

3. Suryakumar Yadav refusing to shake hands with Salman Ali Agha

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav did not shake hands with Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha in any of the three matches played by the two teams during the 2025 Asia Cup following the cross-border tension between the two countries before the start of the tournament. Even after the matches concluded, the Indian players quickly headed back into their dressing rooms without the customary handshakes with their Pakistani counterparts.

India decided to take this route after the relationship between the two countries hit a massive low following the Pahalgam terror attack. Later in the tournament, India refused to receive the Asia Cup trophy from Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi.