Following India’s victory in the 2025 Asia Cup, a controversy erupted as Indian players declined to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts, leading to strong reactions from Pakistan. The Indian team’s gesture, which began with the toss and continued after the match, has been interpreted as a public snub. The Pakistani team reportedly expressed their eagerness to exchange handshakes, but the Indian players maintained their stance. This has prompted the Pakistani cricket team’s manager, allegedly at the behest of the PCB, to file a complaint against the Indian team. Reports indicate that the Indian team had received instructions from top officials to avoid handshakes with Pakistani players, a directive they adhered to following a pre-match meeting. The victory was dedicated to the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack.
