Cricket
Tensions rise in Asia Cup 2025 as Indian players skip post-match handshakes with Pakistan, sparking major debate
After India’s 7-wicket win in Dubai, Pakistani players queued up for handshakes, but Indian cricketers walked away without greeting them
Reports suggest Indian players expressed solidarity with families of victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, avoiding any handshakes with Pakistan
Pakistan’s team manager reportedly filed an official protest with match officials, calling the act disrespectful after their defeat
According to ICC laws, handshakes are not mandatory. They are only a part of cricket’s spirit and culture, not a rule-bound requirement
No penalty awaits Team India, skipping handshakes doesn’t breach ICC laws. The win was later dedicated to the Indian Armed Forces by skipper SKY