Sun Sep 14 20:18:26 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**India Sparks Controversy After Asia Cup Win, Refuses Handshakes with Pakistan**

**Dubai, UAE** – India’s victory over Pakistan in Sunday’s Asia Cup 2025 clash was overshadowed by controversy after the Indian team refused to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts following their seven-wicket win. Reports indicate that the Indian team also denied Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha access to their dressing room after the match.

Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson expressed his disappointment, stating that the Pakistani team had approached the Indian side for the customary post-match handshakes but were rebuffed. According to sources, after hitting the winning runs, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav, along with Shivam Dube, immediately headed back to the dugout without acknowledging the Pakistani players.

“We were ready to shake hands at the end of the game,” Hesson said in the post-match press conference. “We are disappointed that our opposition did not do that. We went over there to shake hands but they had already gone into the changing room.”

The tension was evident from the start of the match, as Suryakumar Yadav and Salman Ali Agha did not exchange handshakes or eye contact during the toss.

The incident comes amidst heightened political tension between India and Pakistan, particularly following the Pahalgam terror attack in April and cross-border military firings in May 2025.

Following the match, Suryakumar Yadav dedicated India’s victory to the victims and families of the Pahalgam terror attack. “Perfect occasion, taking the time out, we stand by the victims of the families of Pahalgam. We express our solidarity. We also want to dedicate the win to all our armed forces. Hope they continue to inspire us all,” he said.

Meanwhile, Salman Ali Agha did not attend the post-match presentation ceremony.

This victory marks India’s second consecutive win in the Asia Cup. The two teams may have the opportunity to face off again in the Super Four stage should both qualify.

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