India vs Pakistan in danger? Here’s the latest on handshake row from Dubai | Cricket News
The controversy erupted when Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha and India skipper Suryakumar Yadav did not exchange the customary handshake during the toss at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has threatened to withdraw from the remaining Asia Cup 2025 matches if match referee Andy Pycroft is not removed, following a controversy over missing handshakes during the India–Pakistan clash in Dubai on Sunday. The PCB has filed a formal complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC), accusing Pycroft of violating the ICC Code of Conduct and the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) Laws regarding the Spirit of Cricket.The controversy erupted when Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha and India skipper Suryakumar Yadav did not exchange the customary handshake during the toss at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The PCB alleges Pycroft had specifically instructed Salman to avoid shaking hands with his Indian counterpart.“The PCB has lodged a complaint with the ICC regarding violations by the Match Referee of the ICC Code of Conduct and the MCC Laws pertaining to the Spirit of Cricket. The PCB has demanded an immediate removal of the Match Referee from the Asia Cup,†Naqvi posted on X.The situation escalated after Indiaâ€s seven-wicket win when Suryakumar shook hands only with teammate Shivam Dube and walked off without acknowledging the Pakistani players.Pakistan coach Mike Hesson voiced his disappointment:“Obviously, we were ready to shake hands at the end of the game. We were disappointed that our opposition didn’t do that. We went over there to shake hands and they were already going to the changing room. That was a disappointing way for the match to end.â€In protest, Salman Ali Agha boycotted the post-match presentation.Suryakumar defended his actions, citing solidarity with the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack:“Perfect occasion, taking the time out, we stand by the victims and families of the Pahalgam terror attack. We express our solidarity. I want to dedicate the win to all our armed forces who showed a lot of bravery… I feel a few things in life are ahead of sportsmanship.â€He also referred to Operation Sindoor while dedicating the win to Indiaâ€s armed forces.The PCBâ€s complaint has reached the ICC headquarters, chaired by Jay Shah, further straining ties between the two boards. Pycroft is scheduled to officiate Pakistanâ€s next match against United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday, which the PCB says strengthens its case.“There is nothing more important to me than the honour and prestige of my country,†Naqvi posted later.India have virtually secured a Super Four spot with two wins, while Pakistan must beat UAE to stay alive. The arch-rivals could meet again in the Super Four stage on Sunday in Dubai.
Asia cup 2025: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) are not stepping down from their rage over the no-handshake row during the India vs Pakistan match on Sunday in Dubai and have now reportedly threatened to boycott their last group stage match in the Asia Cup if match referee Andy Pycroft…
NEW DELHI: India's thumping seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Group A clash in Dubai has been overshadowed by controversy, with the post-match scene sparking heated debate. Indian players, led by skipper Suryakumar Yadav, walked straight to their dressing room without shaking hands with their Pakistani counterparts…
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