India dominated Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2026, winning all three matches, including the final, but the biggest talking point was what happened before and after the games in Dubai. During the Asia Cup 2025, the Indian cricket team decided not to shake hands with Pakistani players.
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But things changed suddenly at the toss. Salman Ali Agha revealed that just before going out, he was informed that there would be no handshake from India’s side. It surprised him.
It's not like I was desperate to shake hands: Salman Ali Agha
The all-rounder also stated that he was not informed before the toss that there would be no handshake, but he accepted the decision calmly. Explaining the situation, Salman said: “I went for the toss with my media manager, Naim Bhai. The match referee—I don't recall his name—took me aside and told me, "They are going to do this; there won't be a handshake, so please keep that in mind." I replied, "If there's no handshake, then so be it".”
The Pakistan captain stressed that India’s move was not right, as players are role models and such actions can influence youngsters.
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No handshake, No trophy
Captain Suryakumar Yadav and his players refused to share a stage with ACC chairman Naqvi, who is also Pakistan’s interior minister. Players received their individual awards, but the Indian team has not yet received the trophy, as Naqvi left the venue with the silverware.
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