<p>The Asia Cup 2025 drama over trophy continues as the BCCI now has sent a mail to Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi to hand over the silverware. Naqvi, however, has asked the BCCI to come and collect the trophy in person from him, which the BCCI has refused promptly. The matter is now expected to be taken in the ICC meeting next month as already suggested by the BCCI earlier this month in the aftermath of being denied the trophy post winning the continental tournament.</p><h2>What is the latest update on BCCI getting Asia Cup 2025 trophy</h2><p>"The BCCI secretary, BCCI's ACC representative Rajeev Shukla and representatives of other member boards including Sri Lanka Cricket and Afghanistan had written to the ACC president last week over handing the trophy to India," the ACC source said as reported by news agency PTI.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-pcb-sacked-rizwan-as-odi-skipper-ex-pak-cricketer-claims-reason-is-religious-1761046882513">Why PCB sacked Rizwan as ODI skipper? Ex-Pak cricketer claims reason is religious</a></p><p>"But his response was that someone from BCCI should come to Dubai and take the trophy from him. So that matter has still not moved. BCCI has made its stance clear that it won't be receiving the trophy from him. So the matter will most likely be decided in the ICC meeting," the source further told to the news agency.</p><h2>Where is the trophy and why Naqvi isn't sending it?</h2><p>The trophy currently remains locked in ACC's office in Dubai, UAE and Naqvi has instructed the staff to not handover the trophy without him being present. The drama started when India refused to collect the trophy from Naqvi post the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan. Naqvi, apart from being the ACC chief, is also PCB head as well as a minister in Pakistan's federal ministry. India and Pakistan exchanged hostilities earlier this year following Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 after which the tensions between the two neighbours are at all time high.</p>

The trophy currently remains locked in ACC's office in Dubai, UAE and Naqvi has instructed the staff to not handover the trophy without him being present. The drama started when India refused to collect the trophy from Naqvi post the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan.

The Asia Cup 2025 drama over trophy continues as the BCCI now has sent a mail to Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi to hand over the silverware. Naqvi, however, has asked the BCCI to come and collect the trophy in person from him, which the BCCI has refused promptly. The matter is now expected to be taken in the ICC meeting next month as already suggested by the BCCI earlier this month in the aftermath of being denied the trophy post winning the continental tournament. What is the latest update on BCCI getting Asia Cup 2025 trophy "The BCCI secretary, BCCI's ACC representative Rajeev Shukla and representatives of other member boards including Sri Lanka Cricket and Afghanistan had written to the ACC president last week over handing the trophy to India," the ACC source said as reported by news agency PTI. Also Read - Why PCB sacked Rizwan as ODI skipper? Ex-Pak cricketer claims reason is religious "But his response was that someone from BCCI should come to Dubai and take the trophy from him. So that matter has still not moved. BCCI has made its stance clear that it won't be receiving the trophy from him. So the matter will most likely be decided in the ICC meeting," the source further told to the news agency. Where is the trophy and why Naqvi isn't sending it? The trophy currently remains locked in ACC's office in Dubai, UAE and Naqvi has instructed the staff to not handover the trophy without him being present. The drama started when India refused to collect the trophy from Naqvi post the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan. Naqvi, apart from being the ACC chief, is also PCB head as well as a minister in Pakistan's federal ministry. India and Pakistan exchanged hostilities earlier this year following Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 after which the tensions between the two neighbours are at all time high.

<p>The trophy currently remains locked in ACC's office in Dubai, UAE and Naqvi has instructed the staff to not handover the trophy without him being present. The drama started when India refused to collect the trophy from Naqvi post the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan.</p>

BCCI sends e-mail to ACC for Asia Cup 2025 trophy, Naqvi says 'come and...'

<p>The Asia Cup 2025 turned out to be a bigger event for the champions not getting the trophy rather a team winning it. India had won the title by beating arch-rivals Pakistan in the final but refused to accept the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi - ACC &amp; PCB chief as well as a minister in Pakistan's federal government. India's refusal was on the back of hostilities exchanged earlier in the year which happened in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir on April 22.</p><h2>Where is the trophy now?</h2><p>After India had to celebrate their title win without an actual trophy, Naqvi has the trophy locked away in ACC office in Dubai, UAE. Ideally, it should have been sent to the winner but so far that hasn't happened. If the reports are to be believed, then Naqvi has instructed the staff to not give away the trophy to BCCI in his absence and has insisted on giving the trophy himself. There is, however, no timeline on when that might happen.</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-it-is-called-ashes-test-cricket-just-got-a-global-fan-rory-mcilroy-looking-forward-to-ashes-1760696982466">Test cricket just got a global icon as a fan - McIlroy looking forward to Ashes</a></p><h2>So when can BCCI expect the trophy?</h2><p>At the ACC meeting on September 30, it was decided that Test playing nations in the region would discuss to end the deadlock. There's been no update on that front as of now. There's a meeting scheduled next month but chances are less that a resolution would be reached. Additionally, the BCCI has decided to take up the matter in ICC meeting next month as well and it remains to be seen what the apex body does in the matter.</p><p>A BCCI official, as cited by Cricbuzz, has said that "there is some time left before the meeting, and the board will chart its next course of action in due course." No matter what, the drama has stretched way past its deadline and Naqvi should just get the trophy sent as soon as possible to avoid further escalation of the matter. &nbsp;</p>

There's a meeting scheduled next month but chances are less that a resolution would be reached. Additionally, the BCCI has decided to take up the matter in ICC meeting next month as well and it remains to be seen what the apex body does in the matter.

The Asia Cup 2025 turned out to be a bigger event for the champions not getting the trophy rather a team winning it. India had won the title by beating arch-rivals Pakistan in the final but refused to accept the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi - ACC & PCB chief as well as a minister in Pakistan's federal government. India's refusal was on the back of hostilities exchanged earlier in the year which happened in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack in India's Jammu and Kashmir on April 22. Where is the trophy now? After India had to celebrate their title win without an actual trophy, Naqvi has the trophy locked away in ACC office in Dubai, UAE. Ideally, it should have been sent to the winner but so far that hasn't happened. If the reports are to be believed, then Naqvi has instructed the staff to not give away the trophy to BCCI in his absence and has insisted on giving the trophy himself. There is, however, no timeline on when that might happen. Also Read - Test cricket just got a global icon as a fan - McIlroy looking forward to Ashes So when can BCCI expect the trophy? At the ACC meeting on September 30, it was decided that Test playing nations in the region would discuss to end the deadlock. There's been no update on that front as of now. There's a meeting scheduled next month but chances are less that a resolution would be reached. Additionally, the BCCI has decided to take up the matter in ICC meeting next month as well and it remains to be seen what the apex body does in the matter. A BCCI official, as cited by Cricbuzz, has said that "there is some time left before the meeting, and the board will chart its next course of action in due course." No matter what, the drama has stretched way past its deadline and Naqvi should just get the trophy sent as soon as possible to avoid further escalation of the matter.

<p>There's a meeting scheduled next month but chances are less that a resolution would be reached. Additionally, the BCCI has decided to take up the matter in ICC meeting next month as well and it remains to be seen what the apex body does in the matter.</p>

Where is Asia Cup 2025 trophy and when will India get it?

<p>India's no handshake policy against Pakistan during the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2025 has shook them to the core so much so that they still talk about it. After losing to India in the continental cup final, PCB and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi ran away with the trophy and now the Pak commentator tried to throw shades on India. The incident happened on Pakistan's win against WTC defending champions South Africa in the first Test in Lahore where Aamer Sohail and Ramiz Raza made below the belt remark.</p><h2>Pakistan still rattled about India's no handshake policy in Asia Cup</h2><p>After Pakistan registered a 93-run win on day 4 of the Lahore Test, Aamer Sohail was heard saying on-air: "Good to see both teams shaking hands. It's getting out of fashion these days," to which Ramiz Raza replied: "It's getting out of hand. It's a great tradition. And well, cricket is about tradition, being gentlemanly, about being fair. It's important for South Africa to be sane."</p><p><strong>Also Read </strong>- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/did-virat-kohli-address-retirement-rumours-his-social-media-posts-surely-hints-at-it-1760595138635">Did Kohli address retirement rumours? His social media posts surely hints at it</a></p><p>The Pakistan players are clearly not happy with India's stance which came in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 and was followed by a short exchange of hostilities between the tour countries.</p><h2>Netizens troll Pakistan over acting smart</h2><p>The comments, while played up in Pakistan, were given a proper response on social media from various users one of whom claimed Pakistan to 'still be in shock' of India's rigid stance backed by the performance. Read some of the posts below:</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">For Pakistanis other teams shaking hands with them is an achievement and a matter of pride and happiness</p>&mdash; Talking Tech (@TalkingTech2022) <a href="https://twitter.com/TalkingTech2022/status/1978438995110445395?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Beggars still crying over their dream players of India didnt shake hands with them</p>&mdash; Leet (@Ramandeepladda1) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ramandeepladda1/status/1978413608515125424?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Imagine one handshake or the lack of it has triggered entire pakistan 🤣</p>&mdash; Kunaldesai2001 (@Kunaldesai20011) <a href="https://twitter.com/Kunaldesai20011/status/1978433172711858245?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The comments, while played up in Pakistan, were given a proper response on social media from various users one of whom claimed Pakistan to 'still be in shock' of India's rigid stance backed by the performance.

India's no handshake policy against Pakistan during the recently-concluded Asia Cup 2025 has shook them to the core so much so that they still talk about it. After losing to India in the continental cup final, PCB and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi ran away with the trophy and now the Pak commentator tried to throw shades on India. The incident happened on Pakistan's win against WTC defending champions South Africa in the first Test in Lahore where Aamer Sohail and Ramiz Raza made below the belt remark. Pakistan still rattled about India's no handshake policy in Asia Cup After Pakistan registered a 93-run win on day 4 of the Lahore Test, Aamer Sohail was heard saying on-air: "Good to see both teams shaking hands. It's getting out of fashion these days," to which Ramiz Raza replied: "It's getting out of hand. It's a great tradition. And well, cricket is about tradition, being gentlemanly, about being fair. It's important for South Africa to be sane." Also Read - Did Kohli address retirement rumours? His social media posts surely hints at it The Pakistan players are clearly not happy with India's stance which came in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 and was followed by a short exchange of hostilities between the tour countries. Netizens troll Pakistan over acting smart The comments, while played up in Pakistan, were given a proper response on social media from various users one of whom claimed Pakistan to 'still be in shock' of India's rigid stance backed by the performance. Read some of the posts below:

<p>The comments, while played up in Pakistan, were given a proper response on social media from various users one of whom claimed Pakistan to 'still be in shock' of India's rigid stance backed by the performance.</p>

Pak commentators try to roast India on no-handshake after Test win vs SA, get trolled instead

<p>Abhishek Sharma has done the unthinkable; the most-talked-about T20I batter has accomplished something even this format’s specialists have failed to achieve – the highest rating points for a T20I batter. The left-handed batter bagged 931 rating points during the Super Four match against Sri Lanka in the recently concluded game against Sri Lanka in the 2025 Asia Cup – the most by any men’s batter ever. Although it dipped to 926 rating points following his Asia Cup final score, it is still better than the second-best (919) by former England batter Dawid Malan (in 2020) and most by an Indian ever.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav earlier held the top post for the most rating points by an Indian (912 in 2022), with former T20I legend Virat Kohli also among the top five, with his best-ever ratings being 909 in 2014.<br>England opener Phil Salt is second on the list with 844 ratings. Against South Africa in the recently concluded T20Is, Salt hammered his fourth T20I hundred, a magnificent unbeaten 141 against the Proteas in the second T20I at Manchester.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-2025-greenest-indian-pitch-being-prepared-for-first-test-in-ahmedabad-report-1759306659460"><strong>IND vs WI 2025: 'Greenest Indian pitch’ being prepared for first Test in Ahmedabad – Report</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Tilak Varma, the star of the 2025 Asia Cup final against Pakistan, is in third place on the charts, with 819 rating points. Tilak anchored India’s run chase in the summit clash against the arch-rivals, scoring an unbeaten 69 off 53 to help see India through after a shaky start.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Former England captain Jos Buttler is in the fourth position (785 rating points) and Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka, who scored a magnificent hundred against India in the Asia Cup tie, finds his name in the fifth place (779) – his highest-ever rating points.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>On the other hand, Indian T20I skipper SKY dropped to two positions to number eight following a shallow Asia Cup performance. While he managed just 72 runs in six innings, Abhishek topped the chart with 314 runs to his name, including three fifties and a best of 75. The left-hander smoked 32 fours and 19 sixes in the tournament.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Men's T20I Rankings (On Oct 1 2025) -</strong></p>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Position</td><td>Name</td><td>Rating Points</td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td>Abhishek Sharma (IND)</td><td>926</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td>Phil Salt (ENG)</td><td>844</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td>Tilak Varma (IND)</td><td>819</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td>Jos Buttler (ENG)</td><td>785</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td>Pathum Nissanka (SL)</td><td>779</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td>Travis Head (AUS)</td><td>771</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td>Tim Seifert (NZ)</td><td>725</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Suryakumar Yadav (IND)</td><td>698</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td>Kusal Perera (SL)</td><td>692</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav earlier held the top post for the most rating points by an Indian (912 in 2022), with former T20I legend Virat Kohli also among the top five, with his best-ever ratings being 909 in 2014.

Abhishek Sharma has done the unthinkable; the most-talked-about T20I batter has accomplished something even this format’s specialists have failed to achieve – the highest rating points for a T20I batter. The left-handed batter bagged 931 rating points during the Super Four match against Sri Lanka in the recently concluded game against Sri Lanka in the 2025 Asia Cup – the most by any men’s batter ever. Although it dipped to 926 rating points following his Asia Cup final score, it is still better than the second-best (919) by former England batter Dawid Malan (in 2020) and most by an Indian ever. India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav earlier held the top post for the most rating points by an Indian (912 in 2022), with former T20I legend Virat Kohli also among the top five, with his best-ever ratings being 909 in 2014. England opener Phil Salt is second on the list with 844 ratings. Against South Africa in the recently concluded T20Is, Salt hammered his fourth T20I hundred, a magnificent unbeaten 141 against the Proteas in the second T20I at Manchester. Also read | IND vs WI 2025: 'Greenest Indian pitch’ being prepared for first Test in Ahmedabad – Report Meanwhile, Tilak Varma, the star of the 2025 Asia Cup final against Pakistan, is in third place on the charts, with 819 rating points. Tilak anchored India’s run chase in the summit clash against the arch-rivals, scoring an unbeaten 69 off 53 to help see India through after a shaky start. Former England captain Jos Buttler is in the fourth position (785 rating points) and Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka, who scored a magnificent hundred against India in the Asia Cup tie, finds his name in the fifth place (779) – his highest-ever rating points. On the other hand, Indian T20I skipper SKY dropped to two positions to number eight following a shallow Asia Cup performance. While he managed just 72 runs in six innings, Abhishek topped the chart with 314 runs to his name, including three fifties and a best of 75. The left-hander smoked 32 fours and 19 sixes in the tournament. Men's T20I Rankings (On Oct 1 2025) -

<p>India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav earlier held the top post for the most rating points by an Indian (912 in 2022), with former T20I legend Virat Kohli also among the top five, with his best-ever ratings being 909 in 2014.</p>

Abhishek Sharma accomplishes highest rating for T20I batters after Asia Cup heroics

<p>The India vs Pakistan Super Four Asia Cup 2025 match saw Pak pacer Haris Rauf gesturing 6-0 in reference to his country's unproven claim regarding downing Indian fighter jets during the three-day conflict in May earlier this year. Another gesture by batter Sahibzada Farhan, who decided to use the bat as an AK-47 and mockingly fired bullets after reaching 50, was also the one that was ciriticised by the cricket fraternity all around the world. Pak pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi has now spoken about his teammates' actions.</p><h2>Shaheen Afridi speaks on Haris Rauf-Sahibzada Farhan gestures during India match</h2><p>Speaking ahead of Pakistan's Super Four match against Bangladesh, Afridi acknowledged that "our job is to play cricket."</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shreyas-iyer-requests-a-break-from-red-ball-cricket-for-this-reason-1758701034870">Shreyas Iyer asks BCCI for a break from red-ball cricket for THIS reason</a></p><p>"Honestly, everyone has the right to express the way they want to. Everyone has their own respect. Everyone thinks the way they think. But our job is to play cricket. And we have come to win the tri-nation Series. We have come to win the Asia Cup. And we, God willing, as a team, are doing our best," he further said.</p><p>The match saw some heated moments between the two teams with Indian openers giving the Pak bowlers a befitting reply using the bat and the words.</p><h2>India vs Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Final</h2><p>India and Pakistan have already faced each other twice in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 tournament. The arch-rivals can find themselves against each other again in the final on September 28 as well. For the two teams to reach in the final, they'd have to win their remaining games in the Super Four stage.</p><p>Pakistan, which have lost against India and beaten Sri Lanka, must win against Bangladesh for a place in the final. As for India, their win against in the upcoming match against Bangladesh will all but secure their place in the final as well.</p>

Sahibzada Farhan decided to use the bat as an AK-47 and mockingly fired bullets after reaching 50 while Rauf gestured 6-0 in reference to his country's unproven claim regarding downing Indian fighter jets during the match vs India.

The India vs Pakistan Super Four Asia Cup 2025 match saw Pak pacer Haris Rauf gesturing 6-0 in reference to his country's unproven claim regarding downing Indian fighter jets during the three-day conflict in May earlier this year. Another gesture by batter Sahibzada Farhan, who decided to use the bat as an AK-47 and mockingly fired bullets after reaching 50, was also the one that was ciriticised by the cricket fraternity all around the world. Pak pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi has now spoken about his teammates' actions. Shaheen Afridi speaks on Haris Rauf-Sahibzada Farhan gestures during India match Speaking ahead of Pakistan's Super Four match against Bangladesh, Afridi acknowledged that "our job is to play cricket." Also Read - Shreyas Iyer asks BCCI for a break from red-ball cricket for THIS reason "Honestly, everyone has the right to express the way they want to. Everyone has their own respect. Everyone thinks the way they think. But our job is to play cricket. And we have come to win the tri-nation Series. We have come to win the Asia Cup. And we, God willing, as a team, are doing our best," he further said. The match saw some heated moments between the two teams with Indian openers giving the Pak bowlers a befitting reply using the bat and the words. India vs Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Final India and Pakistan have already faced each other twice in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 tournament. The arch-rivals can find themselves against each other again in the final on September 28 as well. For the two teams to reach in the final, they'd have to win their remaining games in the Super Four stage. Pakistan, which have lost against India and beaten Sri Lanka, must win against Bangladesh for a place in the final. As for India, their win against in the upcoming match against Bangladesh will all but secure their place in the final as well.

<p>Sahibzada Farhan decided to use the bat as an AK-47 and mockingly fired bullets after reaching 50 while Rauf gestured 6-0 in reference to his country's unproven claim regarding downing Indian fighter jets during the match vs India.</p>

Asia Cup 2025: 'Our job is to play cricket,' says Pak pacer Shaheen Afridi on Haris Rauf, Sahibzada Farhan's gestures vs India

<p>The Pakistan cricket team has always been known for doing something out of the box, and most of the time, that something becomes internet famous for the wrong reasons. A similar 'out of the box' incident happened during the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 match in Super Four stage on Tuesday (Sep 23). And, at the forefront of this latest faux pas was Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha whose gesture during the national anthem caused eyes to pop up at his country again.</p><h2>Salman Agha's national anthem gesture raises eyebrows</h2><p>Pakistan players were standing side-by-side to each other while their national anthem played in the stadium. Skipper Agha was at the left end of the line with his right hand on the shoulder of the player next to his right. While all the other players had their right hand to heart during the national anthem, Agha did the same with his left hand and it is not a pretty picture. Have a look at it below:</p>

Pak skipper Salman Agha's hand gesture during national anthem raises eyebrows

<p>This is not the first time that Pakistan have been hit by a national anthem faux pas. In their match against India in the group stage when the DJ played Jalebi Baby song instead of the actual anthem which became very embarrassing for the team.</p><h2>What is Pakistan's national anthem code of conduct</h2><p>It may not come as a surprise but Pakistan does not have a national anthem code of conduct. Historically, the general and other army officials have been standing in attention until General Zia ul Haq decided to put hand on the heart in the 70s to what seems like West inspired. Benazir Bhutto then followed General Zia's gesture and then some cricketers decided to do it as well without uniformity, as reported by an Express Tribune Pakistan article back in 2018.</p>

It may not come as a surprise but Pakistan does not have a national anthem code of conduct. Historically, the general and other army officials have been standing in attention until General Zia ul Haq decided to put hand on the heart in the 70s to what seems like West inspired.

The Pakistan cricket team has always been known for doing something out of the box, and most of the time, that something becomes internet famous for the wrong reasons. A similar 'out of the box' incident happened during the Pakistan vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 match in Super Four stage on Tuesday (Sep 23). And, at the forefront of this latest faux pas was Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha whose gesture during the national anthem caused eyes to pop up at his country again. Salman Agha's national anthem gesture raises eyebrows Pakistan players were standing side-by-side to each other while their national anthem played in the stadium. Skipper Agha was at the left end of the line with his right hand on the shoulder of the player next to his right. While all the other players had their right hand to heart during the national anthem, Agha did the same with his left hand and it is not a pretty picture. Have a look at it below:

<p>It may not come as a surprise but Pakistan does not have a national anthem code of conduct. Historically, the general and other army officials have been standing in attention until General Zia ul Haq decided to put hand on the heart in the 70s to what seems like West inspired.</p>

Another national anthem faux pas for Pakistan - Skipper Salman Agha's West inspired hand gesture in Sri Lanka match raises eyebrows

<p>India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has backed premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah despite his lackluster performance in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025. Bumrah had played three games in the tournament so far and has taken only three wickets while going for 8.36 runs per over - an unusual number for a bowler of his calibre. In the Super Four match against Pakistan, Bumrah had one of the rare bad nights when he was his for 45 runs in four overs including six fours and a six. Bumrah, however, has bowled all his 11 overs in either powerplay or at the death - leaving him with only little room of error.</p><h2>India assistant coach backs Bumrah after Pakistan performance</h2><p>As India prepare to take on Bangladesh in their second Super Four match, ten Doeschate said that the team is satisfied with Bumrah's performance, especially given the hard overs he bowls. "It wasn't his most polished performance against Pakistan the other night," ten Doeschate said on the eve of Bangladesh match.</p><p><strong>Also check</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sri-lanka-vs-pakistan-asia-cup-2025-watch-batters-fail-but-spinner-nawaz-hits-three-sixes-in-one-over-to-take-pak-home-in-nervy-chase-1758684106732">Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: WATCH | Batters fail but spinner Nawaz hits three sixes in one over to take Pak home in nervy chase</a></p><p>"But we also understand that he's doing an exceptionally tough job to bowl the first three overs, the two [fielders] out, and the last over and the second last over where guys are going as well. There's going to be days where he doesn't get wickets and he's going to go for runs. But in terms of how we set up the team, obviously with two seamers and going spin-heavy, we feel at the moment that's the best job," he added.</p><h2>A rest day on cards for Bumrah?</h2><p>A recent injury has brought Bumrah's workload management in the forefront more seriously than before. India now pick him judiciously as evident on the recent five-Test tour of England and had given him a rest in the Asia Cup against Oman as well. A win against Bangladesh will put India in the final with 99 percent certainty and Bumrah might sit out of the match before playing in the final on September 28.</p>

A win against Bangladesh will put India in the final with 99 percent certainty and Bumrah might sit out of the match before playing in the final on September 28.

India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has backed premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah despite his lackluster performance in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025. Bumrah had played three games in the tournament so far and has taken only three wickets while going for 8.36 runs per over - an unusual number for a bowler of his calibre. In the Super Four match against Pakistan, Bumrah had one of the rare bad nights when he was his for 45 runs in four overs including six fours and a six. Bumrah, however, has bowled all his 11 overs in either powerplay or at the death - leaving him with only little room of error. India assistant coach backs Bumrah after Pakistan performance As India prepare to take on Bangladesh in their second Super Four match, ten Doeschate said that the team is satisfied with Bumrah's performance, especially given the hard overs he bowls. "It wasn't his most polished performance against Pakistan the other night," ten Doeschate said on the eve of Bangladesh match. Also check - Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: WATCH | Batters fail but spinner Nawaz hits three sixes in one over to take Pak home in nervy chase "But we also understand that he's doing an exceptionally tough job to bowl the first three overs, the two [fielders] out, and the last over and the second last over where guys are going as well. There's going to be days where he doesn't get wickets and he's going to go for runs. But in terms of how we set up the team, obviously with two seamers and going spin-heavy, we feel at the moment that's the best job," he added. A rest day on cards for Bumrah? A recent injury has brought Bumrah's workload management in the forefront more seriously than before. India now pick him judiciously as evident on the recent five-Test tour of England and had given him a rest in the Asia Cup against Oman as well. A win against Bangladesh will put India in the final with 99 percent certainty and Bumrah might sit out of the match before playing in the final on September 28.

<p>A win against Bangladesh will put India in the final with 99 percent certainty and Bumrah might sit out of the match before playing in the final on September 28.</p>

Asia Cup 2025: India assistant coach backs Bumrah amid uncharacteristic performances

<p>Pakistan dusted off their Super Four loss against India with a nervy win against Sri Lanka on Tuesday (Sep 23) in a humid Dubai. Chasing 134, the game was supposed to have ended earlier than it did but Pakistan batters struggled to get going. With 14 runs needed off the last three overs, spinner Mohammad Nawaz took matters into his own hands and smashed three sixes in one over to see Pakistan home. The loss meant Sri Lanka, which had earlier lost to Bangladesh as well, are all but out of contention for a place in the final.</p><h2>Nawa turns match-winner for Pakistan</h2><p>Pakistan had started the chase well with a 45-run opening partnership before things took a turn. SL spinner Maheesh Theekshana took two wickets in the final over of the powerplay to bring his team back in the game. Spinner Wanindu Hasaranga then joined Theekshana with a couple of wickets in his two consecutive overs to bring Pakistan from 45/0 to 57/4. A 23-run partnership between Hussain Talat and Mohammad Haris then stabilised things a bit before Nawaz came on the crease. The spinner played a cameo of 38 off 24 balls and added 58 runs with a struggling Talat. Have a look at Nawaz's match-winning sixes:</p>

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<h2>Sri Lanka batters fail in crucial match</h2><p>After being put to bat first, Sri Lanka made a disastrous start and lost a wicket on the second ball of the match. They could never get going from the early blow and lost half of their side for 58 runs in under eight overs. Kamindu Mendis stayed at one end and scored a valiant 50 off 44 to take Sri Lanka past 120 before getting out. SL eventually finished at 133/8 in 20 overs - a below-par score which proved not enough in the end.</p>

The spinner played a cameo of 38 off 24 balls and added 58 runs with a struggling Talat. The loss meant Sri Lanka, which had earlier lost to Bangladesh as well, are all but out of contention for a place in the final.

Pakistan dusted off their Super Four loss against India with a nervy win against Sri Lanka on Tuesday (Sep 23) in a humid Dubai. Chasing 134, the game was supposed to have ended earlier than it did but Pakistan batters struggled to get going. With 14 runs needed off the last three overs, spinner Mohammad Nawaz took matters into his own hands and smashed three sixes in one over to see Pakistan home. The loss meant Sri Lanka, which had earlier lost to Bangladesh as well, are all but out of contention for a place in the final. Nawa turns match-winner for Pakistan Pakistan had started the chase well with a 45-run opening partnership before things took a turn. SL spinner Maheesh Theekshana took two wickets in the final over of the powerplay to bring his team back in the game. Spinner Wanindu Hasaranga then joined Theekshana with a couple of wickets in his two consecutive overs to bring Pakistan from 45/0 to 57/4. A 23-run partnership between Hussain Talat and Mohammad Haris then stabilised things a bit before Nawaz came on the crease. The spinner played a cameo of 38 off 24 balls and added 58 runs with a struggling Talat. Have a look at Nawaz's match-winning sixes:

<p>The spinner played a cameo of 38 off 24 balls and added 58 runs with a struggling Talat. The loss meant Sri Lanka, which had earlier lost to Bangladesh as well, are all but out of contention for a place in the final.</p>

Sri Lanka vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: WATCH | Batters fail but spinner Nawaz hits three sixes in one over to take Pak home in nervy chase

<p>Remember MCG 2022, when Virat Kohli peaked as a T20 batter, that too against Pakistan to take India home in what was almost a lost cause. Kohli hit two sixes off Haris Rauf - one became the shot of the century and another a flick, to reduce the runs from 28 off 8 balls to 16 off 6 balls. India went on to win the match after successfully chasing down 160- the highest they have had to against Pakistan till Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match on Sunday (Sep 21).</p><h2>India's highest chase against Pakistan in T20Is</h2><p>India's win against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage wasn't only a glimpse into the future of batting line-up at the top but a historic milestone as well. Shubman Gill's return at the top in T20I format for the first time after being appointed the Test skipper worked out pretty well for India. Gill, along with destructive Abhishek Sharma, tore apart Pakistan line-up for 103 runs in only 59 balls during a chase of 172 - the highest they have ever had to chase against Pakistan. And, India did it with seven balls plus six wickets to spare.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-a-vs-australia-a-2nd-unofficial-test-lucknow-shyreas-iyer-pulls-out-of-captaincy-and-makes-himself-unavailable-1758602539967">Shreyas Iyer pulls out of India A captaincy and makes himself unavailable for 2nd unofficial Test vs Australia A</a></p><h2>India's record against Pakistan in T20Is</h2><p>India played against Pakistan in T20Is for the first time in 2007 World Cup - the inaugural edition of the tournament. The match, famously, ended in a tie which India won in a bowl-out under new captain MS Dhoni. Since then, India has played 14 matches against Pakistan - winning 11 and losing three.</p><p>All three of India's losses have come while defending the scores and not while chasing. The last time India lost to Pakistan in T20Is was in 2022 Asia Cup when Men in Green chased down 182-run target with five wickets in hand.</p>

India's win against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage wasn't only a glimpse into the future of batting line-up at the top but a historic milestone as well. 172 - the highest they have ever had to chase against Pakistan. And, India did it with seven balls plus six wickets to spare.

Remember MCG 2022, when Virat Kohli peaked as a T20 batter, that too against Pakistan to take India home in what was almost a lost cause. Kohli hit two sixes off Haris Rauf - one became the shot of the century and another a flick, to reduce the runs from 28 off 8 balls to 16 off 6 balls. India went on to win the match after successfully chasing down 160- the highest they have had to against Pakistan till Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match on Sunday (Sep 21). India's highest chase against Pakistan in T20Is India's win against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage wasn't only a glimpse into the future of batting line-up at the top but a historic milestone as well. Shubman Gill's return at the top in T20I format for the first time after being appointed the Test skipper worked out pretty well for India. Gill, along with destructive Abhishek Sharma, tore apart Pakistan line-up for 103 runs in only 59 balls during a chase of 172 - the highest they have ever had to chase against Pakistan. And, India did it with seven balls plus six wickets to spare. Also Read - Shreyas Iyer pulls out of India A captaincy and makes himself unavailable for 2nd unofficial Test vs Australia A India's record against Pakistan in T20Is India played against Pakistan in T20Is for the first time in 2007 World Cup - the inaugural edition of the tournament. The match, famously, ended in a tie which India won in a bowl-out under new captain MS Dhoni. Since then, India has played 14 matches against Pakistan - winning 11 and losing three. All three of India's losses have come while defending the scores and not while chasing. The last time India lost to Pakistan in T20Is was in 2022 Asia Cup when Men in Green chased down 182-run target with five wickets in hand.

<p>India's win against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage wasn't only a glimpse into the future of batting line-up at the top but a historic milestone as well. 172 - the highest they have ever had to chase against Pakistan. And, India did it with seven balls plus six wickets to spare.</p>

Asia Cup 2025: India's win against Pakistan in Super Four wasn't just clinical but historic as well

<p>India skipper Suryakumar Yadav has dismissed matches against Pakistan as rivalry. The statement comes after India beat Pakistan comfortably by six wickets in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match on Sunday (Sep 21). The two teams had met in the group stage as well, with India coming out victorious by seven wickets. Pakistan did play better in Super Four match and Surya's answer came in response to the question on whether Pakistan played better than in the previous match and raised their standards.</p><h2>SKY's blunt assessment on India-Pak rivalry</h2><p>"Standards and rivalry are the same," Surya said while asking not to ask the rivalry question anymore. "According to me, if two teams play 15-20 matches and if [head-to-head] it is 7-7 or 8-7, then that is called a rivalry. But 13-0, 10-1….I don't know what the stats are. But this is not a rivalry anymore. But yeah, I feel we played better cricket than them."</p><p><strong>Also Watch</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-pakistan-pacer-haris-rauf-mocks-indian-fans-with-ugly-war-gesture-sparks-controversy-watch-video-1758487761987">Haris Rauf mocks Indian fans with ‘ugly war gesture’; sparks controversy</a></p><p>The Indian skipper's statement gets backed by the data as well. Since 2007, when India and Pakistan faced each other for the first time, they have played 15 matches. India have managed to win 11 time in those contests and lost just thrice with one ending up in a tie.</p><h2>India pull back things in second half</h2><p>Pakistan had raced to 91/1 in the first 10 overs after being asked to bat first, but India bowlers pulled things back nicely in the second half. The spinners, as well as all-rounder Shivam Dube, were effective and restricted Pakistan to 171 in 20 overs. During the chase, Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill came out all guns blazing and added 103 runs in just 59 balls, which all but took the game away from Pakistan. India did lose couple of quick wickets after the opening partnership but the depth in batting line-up meant they cruised home with one over and one ball along with six wickets to spare.</p>

The Indian skipper's statement gets backed by the data as well. Since 2007, when India and Pakistan faced each other for the first time, they have played 15 matches. India have managed to win 11 time in those contests and lost just thrice with one ending up in a tie.

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav has dismissed matches against Pakistan as rivalry. The statement comes after India beat Pakistan comfortably by six wickets in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match on Sunday (Sep 21). The two teams had met in the group stage as well, with India coming out victorious by seven wickets. Pakistan did play better in Super Four match and Surya's answer came in response to the question on whether Pakistan played better than in the previous match and raised their standards. SKY's blunt assessment on India-Pak rivalry "Standards and rivalry are the same," Surya said while asking not to ask the rivalry question anymore. "According to me, if two teams play 15-20 matches and if [head-to-head] it is 7-7 or 8-7, then that is called a rivalry. But 13-0, 10-1….I don't know what the stats are. But this is not a rivalry anymore. But yeah, I feel we played better cricket than them." Also Watch - Haris Rauf mocks Indian fans with ‘ugly war gesture’; sparks controversy The Indian skipper's statement gets backed by the data as well. Since 2007, when India and Pakistan faced each other for the first time, they have played 15 matches. India have managed to win 11 time in those contests and lost just thrice with one ending up in a tie. India pull back things in second half Pakistan had raced to 91/1 in the first 10 overs after being asked to bat first, but India bowlers pulled things back nicely in the second half. The spinners, as well as all-rounder Shivam Dube, were effective and restricted Pakistan to 171 in 20 overs. During the chase, Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill came out all guns blazing and added 103 runs in just 59 balls, which all but took the game away from Pakistan. India did lose couple of quick wickets after the opening partnership but the depth in batting line-up meant they cruised home with one over and one ball along with six wickets to spare.

<p>The Indian skipper's statement gets backed by the data as well. Since 2007, when India and Pakistan faced each other for the first time, they have played 15 matches. India have managed to win 11 time in those contests and lost just thrice with one ending up in a tie.</p>

Asia Cup 2025: SKY says India vs Pak 'not a rivalry anymore' after 11th win in 15 T20Is

<p><strong>India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 HIGHLIGHTS |</strong></p><p>Team India continues its winning run in the 2025 Asia Cup, with its latest 21-run victory over minnows Oman in their final league game in Abu Dhabi on Friday (Sep 19). Without Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy, their bowling looked weaker, with Oman batters scoring runs at will. Although Arshdeep Singh picked his record 100th wicket, he failed to impress in his favourite format. </p><p>More to follow…</p>

<p>Team India might have won the game, winning by 21 runs, but Oman impressed one and all with their grit in the run chase. The minnows scored 167 for four in 20 overs. &nbsp;</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: India win in Abu Dhabi but Oman impress all

<p>Despite a slow yet steady start, Oman stay alive in the run chase, needing 127 runs from 60 balls, with nine wickets remaining.&nbsp;</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Oman need 127 runs to win in 10 overs

<p>Oman perhaps got off to their best start against a team like India, scoring 44 without losing a wicket inside six overs.</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Oman on top of India after PP

<p>India scored a dominant 188 for eight in 20 overs, setting a daunting target of 189 for Oman to win. For the Men in Blue, Sanju Samson completed a fifty (56).&nbsp;</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Oman need 189 to win

<p>When it looked like India could accelerate with Abhishek and Samson at the crease, two wickets in one over, including that of Pandya and Sharma, dented India's chances. India 75 for three in eight overs.</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Double blow for India as dangerous pair depart

<p>After losing partner Shubman Gill inside the second over, Abhishek's fierce hitting revived India, who hit 60 runs inside the Powerplay.&nbsp;</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Abhishek on roll as India hit 60 in 6 overs

<p>India off to a poor start with Shubman Gill departing on five, clean bowled off Shah Faisal inside the second over. India 6/1.&nbsp;</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Gill clean bowled on five

<p>Unlike Suryakumar Yadav, who forgot his team changes at the toss, we present you the team sheet for India's final group game in the Asia Cup 2025.</p><p><strong>India (Playing XI):</strong> Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Sanju Samson(w), Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav</p><p><strong>Oman</strong> (Playing XI): Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh(c), Hammad Mirza, Vinayak Shukla(w), Shah Faisal, Zikria Islam, Aryan Bisht, Mohammad Nadeem, Shakeel Ahmed, Samay Shrivastava, Jiten Ramanandi</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Harshit, Arshdeep come in for Bumrah, Varun

<p>India won the toss and elected to bat first in Abu Dhabi, making two changes, with Harshit Rana coming in for Jasprit Bumrah.&nbsp;</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: India bat first in Abu Dhabi; two changes for Men in Blue

<p>Team India is all set to play their 250th game in T20I internationals. In 249 games so far, India have emerged victorious in 166 matches, whereas 71 outings have ended in defeat for the ‘Men in Blue’</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Major Milestone for Team India

<p>“If you follow other sports, you get to know how it feels when the team is performing really well. You see, the best teams are so strong that they have 15-20 players who can start any game. You see how they play against the small teams, how they react, the communication and the final decision-making is so quick. I love to watch them, admire them, watch their communication and connection between them, and how they lift each other.”</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Kuldeep Yadav shares insight on how football helped him

<p>Oman: Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh(c), Hammad Mirza, Vinayak Shukla(w), Wasim Ali, Hassnain Shah, Shah Faisal, Jiten Ramanandi, Aryan Bisht, Shakeel Ahmed, Samay Shrivastava, Mohammad Nadeem, Sufyan Mehmood, Karan Sonavale, Ashish Odedara, Mohammad Imran, Zikria Islam, Nadeem Khan, Sufyan Yousaf</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Oman Asia cup squad

<p>India:&nbsp;Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jitesh Sharma, Rinku Singh, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: India squad Asia Cup 2025

<p>Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh is just one wicket shy of becoming the first Indian to pick 100 T20I wickets if he gets a chance in the playing XI today.</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Arshdeep Singh nears milestone

<p>In the last five matches at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, chasing sides have won three times. The toss-winning captain is likely to opt for bowling first. Here’s a look at the recent results in Abu Dhabi:</p><ul><li>Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan by 6 wickets - 18 Sep 2025</li><li>Bangladesh beat Afghanistan by 8 runs - 16 Sep 2025</li><li>United Arab Emirates beat Oman by 42 runs - 15 Sep 2025</li><li>Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by 6 wickets - 13 Sep 2025</li><li>Bangladesh beat Hong Kong by 7 wickets - 11 Sep 2025</li></ul>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Bat first or bowl first in Abu Dhabi?

<ul><li><strong>Highest T20I score here:</strong> 225/7 by Ireland vs. Afghanistan (2013)</li><li><strong>Lowest T20I score:</strong> 66/9 by Nigeria vs. Ireland (2019)</li><li><strong>Biggest win: </strong>Afghanistan beat Hong Kong by 94 runs (2025)</li><li><strong>Smallest win: </strong>Ireland beat Canada by two runs (2013)</li></ul>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Ground stats for Sheikh Zayed stadium

<p>The weather in Abu Dhabi is expected to be hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from 37°C to 39°C when the game starts at 8:00 PM IST. Slight rain is expected during the match, but the intense heat will pose a challenge for the players.</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Weather forecast for Abu Dhabi

<p>Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh (c), Hammad Mirza, Vinayak Shukla (wk), Wasim Ali, Hassnain Shah, Shah Faisal, Aryan Bisht, Shakeel Ahmed, Samay Shrivastava, Jiten Ramanandi</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Oman predicted XI

<p>Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: India predicted XI

<p>As India and Oman prepare to face off at Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, here are the live streaming and broadcast details for fans in India to catch the match live:</p><p><strong>App:</strong> Sony Live and FanCode (India)</p><p><strong>TV:</strong> Sony Sports Network (India)</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Where to watch match live

<p>The pitch at the Zayed Cricket Stadium usually offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. The average first-innings total is ranging between 140-150. The pitch will help fast bowlers with some movement early on, especially under lights. Spinners often get into the game in the middle overs, as the dry surface offers grip and turn.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-india-vs-oman-match-today-head-to-head-ground-stats-pitch-conditions-and-more-1758249563395">Read full update</a></p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Ground stats, pitch conditions and more

<p>Team India has already made it to the Super Fours and now aims to get some crucial batting practice before their big match against Pakistan on Sunday (Sep 21). The Indian team sees this upcoming match as a great chance to improve their batting, especially after two easy, low-scoring wins in the first two matches.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-who-will-win-between-india-vs-oman-match-prediction-and-five-key-players-to-watch-out-for-abhishek-sharma-kuldeep-yadav-aamir-kaleem-1758251900741">Read Prediction Here</a></p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Updates: Match prediction

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 Live Score Updates: India would be hoping to bat first if won the toss to give their batters some time in the middle before the Super Four stage. Oman, on the other hand, are already out of the tournament but will be looking to make an impact.

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 HIGHLIGHTS | Team India continues its winning run in the 2025 Asia Cup, with its latest 21-run victory over minnows Oman in their final league game in Abu Dhabi on Friday (Sep 19). Without Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakaravarthy, their bowling looked weaker, with Oman batters scoring runs at will. Although Arshdeep Singh picked his record 100th wicket, he failed to impress in his favourite format. More to follow…

<p><strong>India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 HIGHLIGHTS | </strong>India completed their hat-trick of wins in Asia Cup group stage, but were challenged by minnows Oman in their final league game in Abu Dhabi. Despite posting a fighting 188/8, Team India never looked comfortable in second innings.</p>

India vs Oman, Asia Cup 2025 HIGHLIGHTS: India win in Abu Dhabi but Oman impress all

<p>Pakistan's drama ahead of their Group A match against the UAE in the Asia Cup 2025 could land them in trouble with sanctions from the apex body International Cricket Council (ICC). The sanctions can come for breach of ICC protocols which involves the PCB releasing a video where match-referee Andy Pycroft was seen talking to the Pakistan players ahead of delayed start of the match vs the UAE. Pakistan had demanded removal of Pycroft from its matches but later on agreed on him being the official in UAE match after 'he expressed regret' as per the PCB.</p><h2>Why PCB could face sanctions?</h2><p>The video released by the PCB shortly after meeting with the ICC officials, before the UAE match, was against the ICC protocols under which a restricted area can not be filmed. ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta is reported to have sent a strongly worded email to the PCB regarding the same.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-here-is-how-an-indian-in-icc-andy-pycroft-blocked-pcb-request-to-remove-andy-pycroft-who-is-he-1758208640148">Asia Cup: Here’s how an Indian in ICC blocked PCB’s request to remove Pycroft</a></p><p>The whole drama started when Pycroft asked Pakistan skipper not to shake hands with India skipper Suryakumar Yadav at the toss during their Group A match. The PCB believed it to be against the spirit of the game and complained to the ICC. The apex body cleared Pycroft of any wrongdoing and said that the matter must be taken up with the venue manager.</p><h2>What happens now?</h2><p>The PCB can face a monetary fine along with other sanctions for the video released from a restricted area about their meeting. Filming inside the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA) is strictly banned by the ICC, and the presence of unauthorised personnel, in this case PCB media manager, has made it even worse for them.</p><p>Pakistan next play India in Super Four stage of the tournament on Sunday (Sep 21). It remains to be seen if the players shake hands in the next match after all the drama ensued post their first match.</p>

The PCB can face a monetary fine along with other sanctions for the video released from a restricted area about their meeting. Filming inside the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA) is strictly banned by the ICC.

Pakistan's drama ahead of their Group A match against the UAE in the Asia Cup 2025 could land them in trouble with sanctions from the apex body International Cricket Council (ICC). The sanctions can come for breach of ICC protocols which involves the PCB releasing a video where match-referee Andy Pycroft was seen talking to the Pakistan players ahead of delayed start of the match vs the UAE. Pakistan had demanded removal of Pycroft from its matches but later on agreed on him being the official in UAE match after 'he expressed regret' as per the PCB. Why PCB could face sanctions? The video released by the PCB shortly after meeting with the ICC officials, before the UAE match, was against the ICC protocols under which a restricted area can not be filmed. ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta is reported to have sent a strongly worded email to the PCB regarding the same. Also Read - Asia Cup: Here’s how an Indian in ICC blocked PCB’s request to remove Pycroft The whole drama started when Pycroft asked Pakistan skipper not to shake hands with India skipper Suryakumar Yadav at the toss during their Group A match. The PCB believed it to be against the spirit of the game and complained to the ICC. The apex body cleared Pycroft of any wrongdoing and said that the matter must be taken up with the venue manager. What happens now? The PCB can face a monetary fine along with other sanctions for the video released from a restricted area about their meeting. Filming inside the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA) is strictly banned by the ICC, and the presence of unauthorised personnel, in this case PCB media manager, has made it even worse for them. Pakistan next play India in Super Four stage of the tournament on Sunday (Sep 21). It remains to be seen if the players shake hands in the next match after all the drama ensued post their first match.

<p>The PCB can face a monetary fine along with other sanctions for the video released from a restricted area about their meeting. Filming inside the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA) is strictly banned by the ICC.</p>

Pakistan face ICC sanctions in aftermath of drama around removal of Pycroft before UAE match

<p>Sri Lanka convincingly beat Afghanistan by six wickets in their final Group B game to qualify for the 2025 Asia Cup Super-Four stage. Despite Mohammad Nabi’s five sixes in the final over and Afghanistan posting a challenging 169/8 in 20 overs, the Lankans chased the target with ten balls remaining, finishing the group with three wins in as many contested matches. Seamer Nuwan Thusara returned with four wickets up front while keeper-batter Kusal Mendis produced a stunning show with the bat (66*) to see his team through in this continental tournament. Courtesy of Sri Lanka’s win, Bangladesh advanced to the next round; Afghanistan got knocked out of the Asia Cup.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-here-is-how-an-indian-in-icc-andy-pycroft-blocked-pcb-request-to-remove-andy-pycroft-who-is-he-1758208640148"><strong>Asia Cup: Here’s how an Indian in ICC blocked PCB’s request to remove Andy Pycroft. Who is he?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Two teams from each group have now qualified for the Super Four, with India and Pakistan from Group A advancing through. The defending Asia Cup champions India will face Oman in their final group game on Friday (Sep 19) in Abu Dhabi, with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh squaring off in the first Super Four game on Saturday (Sep 20) in Dubai.</p><h3>What happened in the match?</h3><p>Afghanistan opted to bat first after winning the toss. Off to a horrible start, Afghanistan lost three wickets inside the first six overs, and then three more for the score of 79. Captain Rashid Khan and veteran Mohammad Nabi did stitch a crucial stand afterwards, but it was only in the last two overs that the momentum switched towards Afghanistan.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Nabi, facing the last over, smashed five consecutive sixes, all better than the previous one, while completing his fifty inside 19 balls. Looking set to become only the third man after Yuvraj Singh and Kieron Pollard to hit six sixes in an over in T20I, Nabi failed to pounce on the chance and got run out on the final delivery on 60 off 22 balls.&nbsp;</p><h3>Watch Nabi’s five sixes in one over –</h3>

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<p>Meanwhile, Sri Lanka lost two of their in-form batters, Pathum Nissanka and Kamil Mishara, inside the Powerplay, only for Mendis and Kusal Perera to stitch a 45-run stand to keep Sri Lanka’s nose in front.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Handy contributions from the lower order ensured the Lankans are winning this match with six wickets remaining.</p><h2>Updated Points Table Asia Cup</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Group A</strong></p><figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Team</strong></th><th><strong>Mat</strong></th><th><strong>Won</strong></th><th><strong>Lost</strong></th><th><strong>Tied</strong></th><th><strong>NR</strong></th><th><strong>Pts</strong></th><th><strong>NRR</strong></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>India (Q)</strong></td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>+4.793</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Pakistan (Q)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>+1.790</td></tr><tr><td><strong>United Arab Emirates (E)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>2</strong></td><td>-1.984</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Oman (E)</strong></td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>-3.375</td></tr></tbody></table></figure><p><strong>Group B</strong></p><figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Team</strong></th><th><strong>Mat</strong></th><th><strong>Won</strong></th><th><strong>Lost</strong></th><th><strong>Tied</strong></th><th><strong>NR</strong></th><th><strong>Pts</strong></th><th><strong>NRR</strong></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sri Lanka (Q)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>6</strong></td><td>+1.278</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Bangladesh (Q)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>4</strong></td><td>-0.270</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Afghanistan (E)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>2</strong></td><td>+1.241</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Hong Kong (E)</strong></td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td><strong>0</strong></td><td>-2.151</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

While India and Pakistan have qualified from Group A, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are the two teams from Group B to qualify for the Asia Cup Super Four.

Sri Lanka convincingly beat Afghanistan by six wickets in their final Group B game to qualify for the 2025 Asia Cup Super-Four stage. Despite Mohammad Nabi’s five sixes in the final over and Afghanistan posting a challenging 169/8 in 20 overs, the Lankans chased the target with ten balls remaining, finishing the group with three wins in as many contested matches. Seamer Nuwan Thusara returned with four wickets up front while keeper-batter Kusal Mendis produced a stunning show with the bat (66*) to see his team through in this continental tournament. Courtesy of Sri Lanka’s win, Bangladesh advanced to the next round; Afghanistan got knocked out of the Asia Cup. Also read | Asia Cup: Here’s how an Indian in ICC blocked PCB’s request to remove Andy Pycroft. Who is he? Two teams from each group have now qualified for the Super Four, with India and Pakistan from Group A advancing through. The defending Asia Cup champions India will face Oman in their final group game on Friday (Sep 19) in Abu Dhabi, with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh squaring off in the first Super Four game on Saturday (Sep 20) in Dubai. What happened in the match? Afghanistan opted to bat first after winning the toss. Off to a horrible start, Afghanistan lost three wickets inside the first six overs, and then three more for the score of 79. Captain Rashid Khan and veteran Mohammad Nabi did stitch a crucial stand afterwards, but it was only in the last two overs that the momentum switched towards Afghanistan. Nabi, facing the last over, smashed five consecutive sixes, all better than the previous one, while completing his fifty inside 19 balls. Looking set to become only the third man after Yuvraj Singh and Kieron Pollard to hit six sixes in an over in T20I, Nabi failed to pounce on the chance and got run out on the final delivery on 60 off 22 balls. Watch Nabi’s five sixes in one over –

<p>While India and Pakistan have qualified from Group A, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are the two teams from Group B to qualify for the Asia Cup Super Four.</p>

Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: Sri Lanka crush Afghanistan to enter Super Four; Bangladesh cruise

<p>Afghanistan is more than just an emerging T20I nation, and their all-rounder Gulbadin Naib is confident of them doing the unthinkable this time, by winning the 2025 Asia Cup in the UAE. While doing it for the team and cricket fans remains the ultimate goal, Naib said the team will put efforts in the right direction to ensure they are winning for those affected by the Afghanistan earthquake (on August 31) that killed more than 2000 people in Nurgal District in Kunar Province.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ahead of their must-win game against the Group B toppers, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan’s Naib said, “Because of the situation that happened in Afghanistan, the earthquake, in which many people lost their lives…if we remember it again, it’s a little bit painful. Because it’s very difficult, there are not so many facilities in the country. But still, it will be a very happy occasion for us, for our people, if we win this tournament. We can give them some happiness.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-pcb-ramiz-raja-accuses-icc-referee-andy-pycroft-of-being-india-favourite-handshake-saga-1758194234285"><strong>Asia Cup 2025: Ramiz Raja accuses ICC referee Andy Pycroft of being India’s favourite</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>While Sri Lanka remains the favourite heading into this contest, the 34-year-old all-rounder feels that, given the uncertainty of this format, anything can happen. Naib said there are no favourites in T20 cricket as it all depends on the day, with everyone having similar chances of winning.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“There are no favourites, especially in T20 cricket. It depends on the day and how you play. If the day is in your favour, you can beat any side. In my opinion, there are good teams in the tournament — India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, even the UAE and Hong Kong. Everyone is playing good cricket,” he said to PTI Videos in an interaction, as also quoted by The Indian Express.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>However, considering that a loss to Bangladesh did dent their Asia Cup Super Four chances, having the right options under their sleeves (against SL) could help them cruise further in the tournament.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“Every day when you play with a good team, basically, you have a good option for the next day. Because you are playing with them. But it’s a big tournament, there are big teams. So every day is a new day,” he said.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, Afghanistan sits third on the points table with one win in two contested matches, while Sri Lanka tops Group B with two comfortable victories against Hong Kong and Bangladesh.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>On the other hand, India and Pakistan have qualified from Group A, with India scheduled to face Oman in their final group game on Friday (Sep 19) in Abu Dhabi.</p>

More than 2000 people were killed and thousands were injured in a massive earthquake that rocked Afghanistan's Nurgal District in Kunar Province.

Afghanistan is more than just an emerging T20I nation, and their all-rounder Gulbadin Naib is confident of them doing the unthinkable this time, by winning the 2025 Asia Cup in the UAE. While doing it for the team and cricket fans remains the ultimate goal, Naib said the team will put efforts in the right direction to ensure they are winning for those affected by the Afghanistan earthquake (on August 31) that killed more than 2000 people in Nurgal District in Kunar Province. Ahead of their must-win game against the Group B toppers, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan’s Naib said, “Because of the situation that happened in Afghanistan, the earthquake, in which many people lost their lives…if we remember it again, it’s a little bit painful. Because it’s very difficult, there are not so many facilities in the country. But still, it will be a very happy occasion for us, for our people, if we win this tournament. We can give them some happiness.” Also read | Asia Cup 2025: Ramiz Raja accuses ICC referee Andy Pycroft of being India’s favourite While Sri Lanka remains the favourite heading into this contest, the 34-year-old all-rounder feels that, given the uncertainty of this format, anything can happen. Naib said there are no favourites in T20 cricket as it all depends on the day, with everyone having similar chances of winning. “There are no favourites, especially in T20 cricket. It depends on the day and how you play. If the day is in your favour, you can beat any side. In my opinion, there are good teams in the tournament — India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, even the UAE and Hong Kong. Everyone is playing good cricket,” he said to PTI Videos in an interaction, as also quoted by The Indian Express. However, considering that a loss to Bangladesh did dent their Asia Cup Super Four chances, having the right options under their sleeves (against SL) could help them cruise further in the tournament. “Every day when you play with a good team, basically, you have a good option for the next day. Because you are playing with them. But it’s a big tournament, there are big teams. So every day is a new day,” he said. Meanwhile, Afghanistan sits third on the points table with one win in two contested matches, while Sri Lanka tops Group B with two comfortable victories against Hong Kong and Bangladesh. On the other hand, India and Pakistan have qualified from Group A, with India scheduled to face Oman in their final group game on Friday (Sep 19) in Abu Dhabi.

<p>More than 2000 people were killed and thousands were injured in a massive earthquake that rocked Afghanistan's Nurgal District in Kunar Province.</p>

Gulbadin Naib wants to win Asia Cup for earthquake-ridden people in Afghanistan

<p>The 2025 Asia Cup has garnered enough attention to become the most-watched ongoing cricket series. The row around the Pakistan Team, which urged the governing body (ICC) to immediately release its match referee, Andy Pycroft, over the ‘handshake saga’ during the India Group game, seems to have grown, with former Pakistan captain and PCB chairman, Ramiz Raja, openly accusing Pycroft of being India’s favourite.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The mounting tensions at the continental tournament saw the PCB threatening to boycott the UAE game and the Asia Cup (as a whole); even though they decided against doing so following closed-door discussions with all parties concerned, Pakistan beating the UAE helped them set a date with their arch-rival on Sunday (Sep 21) in Dubai.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-pak-pacer-rauf-says-pcb-s-drama-on-pycroft-not-in-my-control-1758168028264"><strong>Asia Cup 2025: Pak pacer Rauf says PCB's drama on Pycroft ‘not in my control’</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ahead of their last group game against the venue hosts on Wednesday (Sep 17), the PCB asked the Pakistani side to stay back at their team hotel, demanding Pycroft’s removal following their fallout from their high-octane game against India. The PCB also cancelled their pre-game presser, urging the organisers to postpone the game unless their demands are met.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>However, nothing worked, as the ICC refused their demands, with Pakistan agreeing to face the UAE while Pycroft retained his place as the match referee.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, speaking at a joint presser with the PCB chairman and ACC chief, Mohsin Naqvi, Raja didn’t mince his words while accusing Pycroft of being Team India’s favourite, saying, “What’s interesting is… Andy Pycroft is the favourite [for the Indians]. Whenever I host tosses, he’s always a permanent fixture over there. This is something blatant for me because, though I thought he had refereed several matches, the stats seemingly show something one-sided.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>“It should not be like this. This is a neutral platform, which is why there are referees and match officials. However, I felt that he was fixed there. But I hope that better sense prevails,” he added.</p><h3>The breach, the apology and everything else in between</h3><p>According to the PCB, Pycroft had directly indicated to the two captains (Suryakumar Yadav from India and Salman Agha from Pakistan) that they should not shake hands at any time before, during, or after the game, urging the board to step in and seek a formal investigation into this.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Taking to its social media handle X, the PCB said, “ICC’s controversial match referee Andy Pycroft has apologised to the manager and captain of the Pakistani cricket team… The ICC has expressed its readiness to investigate the violation of the Code of Conduct.”<br>&nbsp;</p><p>The ICC, however, denied any such claims, adding that no formal investigation had been initiated and that Pycroft was not found guilty of any breach. The apology, which they stressed, was due to the venue manager’s error.</p>

The mounting tensions at the continental tournament saw the PCB threatening to boycott the UAE game and the Asia Cup (as a whole). 

The 2025 Asia Cup has garnered enough attention to become the most-watched ongoing cricket series. The row around the Pakistan Team, which urged the governing body (ICC) to immediately release its match referee, Andy Pycroft, over the ‘handshake saga’ during the India Group game, seems to have grown, with former Pakistan captain and PCB chairman, Ramiz Raja, openly accusing Pycroft of being India’s favourite. The mounting tensions at the continental tournament saw the PCB threatening to boycott the UAE game and the Asia Cup (as a whole); even though they decided against doing so following closed-door discussions with all parties concerned, Pakistan beating the UAE helped them set a date with their arch-rival on Sunday (Sep 21) in Dubai. Also read | Asia Cup 2025: Pak pacer Rauf says PCB's drama on Pycroft ‘not in my control’ Ahead of their last group game against the venue hosts on Wednesday (Sep 17), the PCB asked the Pakistani side to stay back at their team hotel, demanding Pycroft’s removal following their fallout from their high-octane game against India. The PCB also cancelled their pre-game presser, urging the organisers to postpone the game unless their demands are met. However, nothing worked, as the ICC refused their demands, with Pakistan agreeing to face the UAE while Pycroft retained his place as the match referee. Meanwhile, speaking at a joint presser with the PCB chairman and ACC chief, Mohsin Naqvi, Raja didn’t mince his words while accusing Pycroft of being Team India’s favourite, saying, “What’s interesting is… Andy Pycroft is the favourite [for the Indians]. Whenever I host tosses, he’s always a permanent fixture over there. This is something blatant for me because, though I thought he had refereed several matches, the stats seemingly show something one-sided. “It should not be like this. This is a neutral platform, which is why there are referees and match officials. However, I felt that he was fixed there. But I hope that better sense prevails,” he added. The breach, the apology and everything else in between According to the PCB, Pycroft had directly indicated to the two captains (Suryakumar Yadav from India and Salman Agha from Pakistan) that they should not shake hands at any time before, during, or after the game, urging the board to step in and seek a formal investigation into this. Taking to its social media handle X, the PCB said, “ICC’s controversial match referee Andy Pycroft has apologised to the manager and captain of the Pakistani cricket team… The ICC has expressed its readiness to investigate the violation of the Code of Conduct.” The ICC, however, denied any such claims, adding that no formal investigation had been initiated and that Pycroft was not found guilty of any breach. The apology, which they stressed, was due to the venue manager’s error.

<p>The mounting tensions at the continental tournament saw the PCB threatening to boycott the UAE game and the Asia Cup (as a whole).&nbsp;</p>

Asia Cup 2025: Ramiz Raja accuses ICC referee Andy Pycroft of being India’s favourite

<p>Pakistan beat UAE in a must-win Group A fixture in Asia Cup 2025 to book a place in Super Four stage of the tournament. Pakistan's win, which came after much drama on Wednesday (Sep 17), means they became the second team from Group A after India to qualify for the next stage. The Super Four will have two more teams more Group B and each team will rest of the three teams once. It means there will be one more India vs Pakistan match in ongoing tournament and Pak skipper says 'they are ready for the challenge.'</p><h2>India vs Pakistan on September 21 in Asia Cup 2025</h2><p>As per the tournament schedule, two teams from Group A, i.e. India and Pakistan, will play each other on Sunday (Sep 21) in the Super Four stage. The first match between two teams was a one-sided contest with India winning comfortably by seven wickets but Pak skipper Agha says 'they are ready.'</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-pak-pacer-rauf-says-pcb-s-drama-on-pycroft-not-in-my-control-1758168028264">Asia Cup 2025: Pak pacer Rauf says PCB's drama on Pycroft 'not in my control'</a></p><p>"We're ready for any challenge and if we keep playing the way we have over the last four months, we'll be good against any side," said the Pak skipper at the post-match presentation after the 41-run against UAE. Pakistan, however, have been poor against India in the recent years batting 2021 T20 World Cup when they won by 10 wickets in Dubai.</p><h2>Why was Pakistan vs UAE delayed?</h2><p>Pakistan vs UAE was delayed after the PCB advised players to stay in the hotel as they discussed on their complaint about the India vs Pak group match referee Andy Pycroft. The Zimbabwe national ended up being the referee in the match against UAE after a resolution was reached. Pakistan announced that Pycroft had apologised for asking captains not to shake hands after toss at India vs Pakistan match which was the basis of their complaint to the ICC.</p>

As per the tournament schedule, two teams from Group A, i.e. India and Pakistan, will play each other on Sunday (Sep 21) in the Super Four stage.

Pakistan beat UAE in a must-win Group A fixture in Asia Cup 2025 to book a place in Super Four stage of the tournament. Pakistan's win, which came after much drama on Wednesday (Sep 17), means they became the second team from Group A after India to qualify for the next stage. The Super Four will have two more teams more Group B and each team will rest of the three teams once. It means there will be one more India vs Pakistan match in ongoing tournament and Pak skipper says 'they are ready for the challenge.' India vs Pakistan on September 21 in Asia Cup 2025 As per the tournament schedule, two teams from Group A, i.e. India and Pakistan, will play each other on Sunday (Sep 21) in the Super Four stage. The first match between two teams was a one-sided contest with India winning comfortably by seven wickets but Pak skipper Agha says 'they are ready.' Also Read - Asia Cup 2025: Pak pacer Rauf says PCB's drama on Pycroft 'not in my control' "We're ready for any challenge and if we keep playing the way we have over the last four months, we'll be good against any side," said the Pak skipper at the post-match presentation after the 41-run against UAE. Pakistan, however, have been poor against India in the recent years batting 2021 T20 World Cup when they won by 10 wickets in Dubai. Why was Pakistan vs UAE delayed? Pakistan vs UAE was delayed after the PCB advised players to stay in the hotel as they discussed on their complaint about the India vs Pak group match referee Andy Pycroft. The Zimbabwe national ended up being the referee in the match against UAE after a resolution was reached. Pakistan announced that Pycroft had apologised for asking captains not to shake hands after toss at India vs Pakistan match which was the basis of their complaint to the ICC.

<p>As per the tournament schedule, two teams from Group A, i.e. India and Pakistan, will play each other on Sunday (Sep 21) in the Super Four stage.</p>

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025 Round 2 on September 21: Pak skipper Agha says 'we are ready for challenge'

<p>Pakistan eventually played against the UAE in Asia Cup 2025 Group A match after much drama on Wednesday (Sep 17) and secured a place in Super 4 stage with an assuring win as well. The match was delayed nearly an hour after Pakistan players did not come to the stadium following their board's insistence on replacing Andy Pycroft as match referee. Pak pacer Haris Rauf was asked if the players felt any pressure during the whole drama which ended up with Pycroft staying on as the referee.</p><h2>Pak pacer Rauf reveals impact of board's stance on players</h2><p>Rauf was playing his first Asia Cup 2025 fixture ad returned with the figures of 2/19 as Pakistan won by 41 runs to secure a place in next stage. Upon being asked about board's stance and its impact, Rauf, at the post-match press conference, said: "I wasn't feeling any pressure. This is not in my control. These are decisions for the board; it's their headache. For me, I had to play the match, my focus was on that. The management have handled things pretty well."</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-updated-points-table-pakistan-seal-super-four-berth-with-uae-win-to-face-india-on-sunday-1758138314978">Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: Pakistan seal Super Four berth with UAE win</a></p><p>The match was a must-win for Pakistan and while their batters failed yet again, the bowlers did the job and took them to Super 4.</p><h2>India vs Pakistan on Sep 21</h2><p>India and Pakistan are the two teams form Group A to qualify for the Super 4 stage which means that two sides will face other once more with a possibility of meeting in the final as well. The arch-rivals will face off on September 21 in second match of the Super 4 stage.</p><p>The two teams had met in the group stage on Sunday (Sep 14) where all the match referee drama ensued. Pakistan had lost the match by seven wickets as India proved their dominance as T20 World Cup and Asia Cup defending champions.</p>

The Asia Cup match between Paksitan and UAE was delayed nearly an hour after Pakistan players did not come to the stadium following their board's insistence on replacing Andy Pycroft as match referee.

Pakistan eventually played against the UAE in Asia Cup 2025 Group A match after much drama on Wednesday (Sep 17) and secured a place in Super 4 stage with an assuring win as well. The match was delayed nearly an hour after Pakistan players did not come to the stadium following their board's insistence on replacing Andy Pycroft as match referee. Pak pacer Haris Rauf was asked if the players felt any pressure during the whole drama which ended up with Pycroft staying on as the referee. Pak pacer Rauf reveals impact of board's stance on players Rauf was playing his first Asia Cup 2025 fixture ad returned with the figures of 2/19 as Pakistan won by 41 runs to secure a place in next stage. Upon being asked about board's stance and its impact, Rauf, at the post-match press conference, said: "I wasn't feeling any pressure. This is not in my control. These are decisions for the board; it's their headache. For me, I had to play the match, my focus was on that. The management have handled things pretty well." Also Read - Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: Pakistan seal Super Four berth with UAE win The match was a must-win for Pakistan and while their batters failed yet again, the bowlers did the job and took them to Super 4. India vs Pakistan on Sep 21 India and Pakistan are the two teams form Group A to qualify for the Super 4 stage which means that two sides will face other once more with a possibility of meeting in the final as well. The arch-rivals will face off on September 21 in second match of the Super 4 stage. The two teams had met in the group stage on Sunday (Sep 14) where all the match referee drama ensued. Pakistan had lost the match by seven wickets as India proved their dominance as T20 World Cup and Asia Cup defending champions.

<p>The Asia Cup match between Paksitan and UAE was delayed nearly an hour after Pakistan players did not come to the stadium following their board's insistence on replacing Andy Pycroft as match referee.</p>

Asia Cup 2025: Pak pacer Rauf says PCB's drama on Pycroft 'not in my control'

<p>Pakistan will continue to participate in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 after a resolution was reached to replace match referee Andy Pycroft from their remaining matches. Pakistan play against the host UAE in a must-win Group A fixture if they are to advance to the Super 4 stage. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had raised a formal protest to remove Pycroft as the match referee after he asked the captains not to shake hands after the toss during the high-voltage India vs Pakistan match on Sunday (Sep 14).</p><h2>Pakistan to continue participating in Asia Cup 2025</h2><p>After raising the complaint against Pycroft and getting no reply from the ICC, Pakistan threatened to pull out of the tournament and even cancelled their scheduled press conference ahead of the match against the UAE on Sep 17. The PCB also issued a statement regarding the same and said that the 'consultations are underway' regarding pulling out of the Asia Cup.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-faces-fresh-embarrassment-as-fake-football-team-players-deported-from-japan-1758092844822">Pakistan faces embarrassment as 'fake football team players deported from Japan'</a></p><p>The situation, however, seems to have come under control with a PCB insider confirming to news agency PTI and ANI that Ritchie Richardson will be given officiating duties in Pakistan matches.</p><h2>Why all the drama?</h2><p>The whole incident started when Pycroft had asked India skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan captain Salman Agha not to shake hands during their Group A match. After the match, the Indian players also avoided customary handshakes with the Pakistan players. Pak skipper, in retaliation, did not come for the post-match interview after loss against India.</p><p>Upon being asked why the Indian players did not shake hands, India skipper Suryakumar said that it was to show 'solidarity with the Indian armed forces and the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.</p><p>The two countries were involved in the border hostilities after India launched precision strikes against Pakistan-based terror outfits post Pahalgam terror attack in April earlier this year.<br>&nbsp;</p>

After raising the complaint against Pycroft and getting no reply from the ICC, Pakistan threatened to pull out of the tournament. The situation, however, seems to have come under control with Richie Richardson being given officiating duties in Pakistan matches.

Pakistan will continue to participate in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 after a resolution was reached to replace match referee Andy Pycroft from their remaining matches. Pakistan play against the host UAE in a must-win Group A fixture if they are to advance to the Super 4 stage. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had raised a formal protest to remove Pycroft as the match referee after he asked the captains not to shake hands after the toss during the high-voltage India vs Pakistan match on Sunday (Sep 14). Pakistan to continue participating in Asia Cup 2025 After raising the complaint against Pycroft and getting no reply from the ICC, Pakistan threatened to pull out of the tournament and even cancelled their scheduled press conference ahead of the match against the UAE on Sep 17. The PCB also issued a statement regarding the same and said that the 'consultations are underway' regarding pulling out of the Asia Cup. Also Read - Pakistan faces embarrassment as 'fake football team players deported from Japan' The situation, however, seems to have come under control with a PCB insider confirming to news agency PTI and ANI that Ritchie Richardson will be given officiating duties in Pakistan matches. Why all the drama? The whole incident started when Pycroft had asked India skipper Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan captain Salman Agha not to shake hands during their Group A match. After the match, the Indian players also avoided customary handshakes with the Pakistan players. Pak skipper, in retaliation, did not come for the post-match interview after loss against India. Upon being asked why the Indian players did not shake hands, India skipper Suryakumar said that it was to show 'solidarity with the Indian armed forces and the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. The two countries were involved in the border hostilities after India launched precision strikes against Pakistan-based terror outfits post Pahalgam terror attack in April earlier this year.

<p>After raising the complaint against Pycroft and getting no reply from the ICC, Pakistan threatened to pull out of the tournament. The situation, however, seems to have come under control with Richie Richardson being given officiating duties in Pakistan matches.</p>

Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan to continue playing as referee Andy Pycroft saga resolves - Report

<p>The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has said that it will decide on participating in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 tournament on Wednesday (Sep 17). The statement comes after handshake snub incident during the match against India in Group A fixture on Sunday (Sep 14). The Indian players had not shaken hands with the Pakistan players after the India match and in reply, Pak skipper Salman Agha did not come for the post-match interview. The PCB later filed an official complaint against the Indian players as well as match referee Andy Pycroft for asking the two captains to not shake hands after the toss.</p><h2>Pakistan to withdraw from Asia Cup 2025?</h2><p>A statement from the board issued at midnight on Sep 16 said that the 'consultations are underway' regarding their participation in the tournament. "The decision will be taken keeping in mind the interest of Pakistan," the statement concluded.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ex-india-cricketers-yuvraj-and-uthappa-summoned-by-ed-for-questioning-in-illegal-betting-app-probe-1758015357604">Ex-India cricketers Yuvraj and Uthappa summoned by ED for questioning in illegal betting app probe</a></p><p>The step is believed to be taken after Pycroft continued to play a role in the tournament against whom the PCB had levelled a formal protest for behavioural reasons. The Pak board also knocked on the door of the apex body, the International Cricket Council (ICC), regarding the breach of MCC laws pertaining to no handshakes by the India players. Pakistan also cancelled their pre-match press conference ahead of their must-win match against UAE on Wednesday (Sep 17).</p><h2>Pakistan vs India in Asia Cup 2025 once more?</h2><p>India have already qualified for the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2025 with two wins in two games and play their last match against Oman on Sep 19. Pakistan, on the other hand, have one win and one loss in two matches with last match against UAE and are expected to win. Barring an upset by UAE, Pakistan will enter Super 4 with India from Group A and will face India on September 21 in what could be a second meeting between two neighbours in the ongoing tournament.</p>

A statement from the PCB issued at midnight on Sep 16 said that the 'consultations are underway' regarding their participation in the Asia Cup. The step is believed to be taken after Pycroft continued to play a role in the tournament against whom the PCB had levelled a formal protest. 

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has said that it will decide on participating in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 tournament on Wednesday (Sep 17). The statement comes after handshake snub incident during the match against India in Group A fixture on Sunday (Sep 14). The Indian players had not shaken hands with the Pakistan players after the India match and in reply, Pak skipper Salman Agha did not come for the post-match interview. The PCB later filed an official complaint against the Indian players as well as match referee Andy Pycroft for asking the two captains to not shake hands after the toss. Pakistan to withdraw from Asia Cup 2025? A statement from the board issued at midnight on Sep 16 said that the 'consultations are underway' regarding their participation in the tournament. "The decision will be taken keeping in mind the interest of Pakistan," the statement concluded. Also Read - Ex-India cricketers Yuvraj and Uthappa summoned by ED for questioning in illegal betting app probe The step is believed to be taken after Pycroft continued to play a role in the tournament against whom the PCB had levelled a formal protest for behavioural reasons. The Pak board also knocked on the door of the apex body, the International Cricket Council (ICC), regarding the breach of MCC laws pertaining to no handshakes by the India players. Pakistan also cancelled their pre-match press conference ahead of their must-win match against UAE on Wednesday (Sep 17). Pakistan vs India in Asia Cup 2025 once more? India have already qualified for the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2025 with two wins in two games and play their last match against Oman on Sep 19. Pakistan, on the other hand, have one win and one loss in two matches with last match against UAE and are expected to win. Barring an upset by UAE, Pakistan will enter Super 4 with India from Group A and will face India on September 21 in what could be a second meeting between two neighbours in the ongoing tournament.

<p>A statement from the PCB issued at midnight on Sep 16 said that the 'consultations are underway' regarding their participation in the Asia Cup. The step is believed to be taken after Pycroft continued to play a role in the tournament against whom the PCB had levelled a formal protest.&nbsp;</p>

Asia Cup 2025 - Pakistan to withdraw from tournament? PCB says 'consultations are underway'

<p>The handshake snub of Pakistan players by India after their Asia Cup 2025 tie on Sunday (Sep 14) became bigger than the game itself. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav did not shake hands with his Pakistan counterpart Salman Agha at the toss and the Indian players did the same after the match. As a result, Agha did not appear for the post game interview while PCB filed formal protest against the Indian players as well as match referee Andy Pycroft for unsportsmanlike conduct.</p><h2>BCCI official lashes out at PCB</h2><p>The PCB not only raised the concern to Asian Cricket Council (ACC) but cited ICC law of sportsmanship as broken by the Indian players. A Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) official, however, disagreed with the claims by the Pakistan board.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-updated-points-table-sri-lanka-deliver-knockout-punch-to-hong-kong-take-top-spot-1757960098306">Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: Sri Lanka take top spot with Hong Kong win</a></p><p>"Look, if you read the rule book, there is no specification about shaking hands with the opposition. It is a goodwill gesture and a sort of convention, not law, that is followed globally across the sporting spectrum," news agency PTI reported citing a BCCI official on condition of anonymity. "If there is no law, then the Indian cricket team is not bound to shake hands with an opposition with whom there is a history of a strained relationship," he added.</p><h2>India, Pakistan to play again in Asia Cup 2025?</h2><p>India have already qualified for the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2025 with two wins in two games and play their last match against Oman on Sep 19. Pakistan, on the other hand, have one win and one loss in two matches with last match against UAE and are expected to win. Barring an upset by UAE, Pakistan will enter Super 4 with India from Group A and will face India on September 21 in what could be a second meeting between two neighbours in the ongoing tournament.</p>

A BCCI official has said that there's no rule that players from both teams need to shake hands after the match. The statement comes after recent India vs Pakistan handshake snub saga which ended up getting bigger than their Asia Cup 2025 match itself.

The handshake snub of Pakistan players by India after their Asia Cup 2025 tie on Sunday (Sep 14) became bigger than the game itself. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav did not shake hands with his Pakistan counterpart Salman Agha at the toss and the Indian players did the same after the match. As a result, Agha did not appear for the post game interview while PCB filed formal protest against the Indian players as well as match referee Andy Pycroft for unsportsmanlike conduct. BCCI official lashes out at PCB The PCB not only raised the concern to Asian Cricket Council (ACC) but cited ICC law of sportsmanship as broken by the Indian players. A Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) official, however, disagreed with the claims by the Pakistan board. Also Read - Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: Sri Lanka take top spot with Hong Kong win "Look, if you read the rule book, there is no specification about shaking hands with the opposition. It is a goodwill gesture and a sort of convention, not law, that is followed globally across the sporting spectrum," news agency PTI reported citing a BCCI official on condition of anonymity. "If there is no law, then the Indian cricket team is not bound to shake hands with an opposition with whom there is a history of a strained relationship," he added. India, Pakistan to play again in Asia Cup 2025? India have already qualified for the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2025 with two wins in two games and play their last match against Oman on Sep 19. Pakistan, on the other hand, have one win and one loss in two matches with last match against UAE and are expected to win. Barring an upset by UAE, Pakistan will enter Super 4 with India from Group A and will face India on September 21 in what could be a second meeting between two neighbours in the ongoing tournament.

<p>A BCCI official has said that there's no rule that players from both teams need to shake hands after the match. The statement comes after recent India vs Pakistan handshake snub saga which ended up getting bigger than their Asia Cup 2025 match itself.</p>

Asia Cup 2025: 'Convention, not law,' says BCCI official on India vs Pakistan handshake snub

<p>The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 tie produced nothing out of ordinary on the cricket pitch and former India skipper Sourav Ganguly is not surprised at all. Pakistan looked like a pale shadow of their past when they used to have an upper hand on India but now they are below average. India not only restricted them to a sub-par total on 127 in 20 overs but won the match by seven wickets and more than four overs in hand. Ganguly says there's 'no competition anymore' between the two teams.</p><h2>Ganguly tears apart Pakistan</h2><p>It was T20 World Cup 2021 when when Pakistan beat India by 10 wickets and that remains to be the only match in the recent history when they had an upper hand. India have annihilated them before and after and Ganguly isn't surprised by it. He spoke about the Asia Cup 2025 match while talking at an event in Kolkata recently and said: "I’m actually not surprised by what I saw. I stopped watching after the first 15 overs and started watching Manchester United and Man City instead."</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-updated-points-table-sri-lanka-deliver-knockout-punch-to-hong-kong-take-top-spot-1757960098306">Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: Sri Lanka deliver knockout punch to Hong Kong, take top spot</a></p><p>"There is no competition between India and Pakistan anymore,” the former skipper added. “I always say, we think of Pakistan as Waqar Younises, Wasim Akrams, the Saeed Anwars and Javed Miandads. But that’s not the case with this modern-day Pakistan — it's now like chalk and cheese.”</p><h2>Another India vs Pakistan clash in Asia Cup 2025?</h2><p>India have already qualified for the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2025 with two wins in two games and play their last match against Oman on Sep 19. Pakistan, on the other hand, have one win and one loss in two matches with last match against UAE and are expected to win. Barring an upset by UAE, Pakistan will enter Super 4 with India from Group A and will face India on September 21 in what could be a second meeting between two neighbours in the ongoing tournament.</p>

Barring an upset by UAE, Pakistan will enter Super 4 with India from Group A and will face India on September 21 in what could be a second meeting between two neighbours in the ongoing tournament.

The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 tie produced nothing out of ordinary on the cricket pitch and former India skipper Sourav Ganguly is not surprised at all. Pakistan looked like a pale shadow of their past when they used to have an upper hand on India but now they are below average. India not only restricted them to a sub-par total on 127 in 20 overs but won the match by seven wickets and more than four overs in hand. Ganguly says there's 'no competition anymore' between the two teams. Ganguly tears apart Pakistan It was T20 World Cup 2021 when when Pakistan beat India by 10 wickets and that remains to be the only match in the recent history when they had an upper hand. India have annihilated them before and after and Ganguly isn't surprised by it. He spoke about the Asia Cup 2025 match while talking at an event in Kolkata recently and said: "I’m actually not surprised by what I saw. I stopped watching after the first 15 overs and started watching Manchester United and Man City instead." Also Read - Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: Sri Lanka deliver knockout punch to Hong Kong, take top spot "There is no competition between India and Pakistan anymore,” the former skipper added. “I always say, we think of Pakistan as Waqar Younises, Wasim Akrams, the Saeed Anwars and Javed Miandads. But that’s not the case with this modern-day Pakistan — it's now like chalk and cheese.” Another India vs Pakistan clash in Asia Cup 2025? India have already qualified for the Super 4 stage of the Asia Cup 2025 with two wins in two games and play their last match against Oman on Sep 19. Pakistan, on the other hand, have one win and one loss in two matches with last match against UAE and are expected to win. Barring an upset by UAE, Pakistan will enter Super 4 with India from Group A and will face India on September 21 in what could be a second meeting between two neighbours in the ongoing tournament.

<p>Barring an upset by UAE, Pakistan will enter Super 4 with India from Group A and will face India on September 21 in what could be a second meeting between two neighbours in the ongoing tournament.</p>

Asia Cup 2025: Ex-India skipper Ganguly stopped watching match vs Pakistan after 15 overs - Here's why

<p><br>The India vs Pakistan match for the Asia Cup in Dubai became the talk of the town when a bizarre moment, in which a DJ accidentally played rapper Tesher’s hit track 'Jalebi Baby' instead of Pakistan’s national anthem, was captured on social media and went viral within no time. Now, the rapper Tesher has reacted to the viral clip.</p><h2>Teshir's reaction to the Jalebi track during the India vs Pakistan match</h2><p>Tesher took to his Instagram story and wrote, "Shout out to the sound guy for messing up the anthem&nbsp;</p><p>and making this an absolutely hilarious day for me. Accidents happen to the best of us. God bless u, whoever you are".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/8-must-watch-indian-courtroom-dramas-on-netflix-prime-and-other-ott-1757835437908"><strong>8 must-watch Indian courtroom dramas on Netflix, Prime and other OTT</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://akm-img-a-in.tosshub.com/indiatoday/styles/medium_crop_simple/public/2025-09/whatsapp_image_2025-09-15_at_18.05.13_5684c558.jpg?VersionId=Yt6kyX79c4InC9bcDT94fPTGyA6Qgqds"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Tesher also shared another post in which he said, “Jalebi Baby is always the right anthem,” and later quipped, “When I said Jalebi Baby was an anthem, this isn’t what I had in mind.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/what-s-new-on-netflix-this-week-black-rabbit-the-ba-ds-of-bollywood-and-many-more-1757664035903"><strong>What's new on Netflix this week? Black Rabbit, The Ba***ds of Bollywood and more</strong></a></p>

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<p>For the uninitiated, 'Jalebi Baby' is a Punjabi-English song sung and produced by Canadian rapper, singer-songwriter, and producer Tesher. It was first released on November 13, 2020, by Namah Music Group and Capitol Records. Following the viral success of the track, a remix with American singer Jason Derulo was released on May 28, 2021.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-delhi-crime-to-jamtara-best-indian-web-series-based-on-real-life-events-to-watch-on-ott-1757242739449"><strong>From Delhi Crime to Jamtara: Best Indian web series based on real-life events</strong></a></p><h2>All about Tesher</h2><p>Tesher is a Canadian rapper, singer-songwriter, and producer of Indian origin. He is best known for his singles Young Shahrukh and <i>Jalebi Baby, </i>both released in 2020. A remix version of Jalebi Baby was released in 2021 with Jason Derulo.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/manoj-bajpayee-breaks-silence-on-losing-national-award-o-shah-rukh-khan-for-jawan-1757939536137"><strong>Manoj Bajpayee breaks silence on losing National Award to Shah Rukh Khan</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Some early mashups he created were Pharrell's <i>Hunter</i> and Que's <i>OG Bobby Johnson</i>(2014). Drake's <i>Back to Back </i>with Florence and the Machine's Delilah.</p>

Pakistan players were left embarrassed when they were instead of their national anthem being played during the match against India for the Asia Cup, it was replaced by Tesher and Jason Derulo's hit track Jalebi Baby.

The India vs Pakistan match for the Asia Cup in Dubai became the talk of the town when a bizarre moment, in which a DJ accidentally played rapper Tesher’s hit track 'Jalebi Baby' instead of Pakistan’s national anthem, was captured on social media and went viral within no time. Now, the rapper Tesher has reacted to the viral clip. Teshir's reaction to the Jalebi track during the India vs Pakistan match Tesher took to his Instagram story and wrote, "Shout out to the sound guy for messing up the anthem and making this an absolutely hilarious day for me. Accidents happen to the best of us. God bless u, whoever you are". Also Read: 8 must-watch Indian courtroom dramas on Netflix, Prime and other OTT Tesher also shared another post in which he said, “Jalebi Baby is always the right anthem,” and later quipped, “When I said Jalebi Baby was an anthem, this isn’t what I had in mind.” Also Read: What's new on Netflix this week? Black Rabbit, The Ba***ds of Bollywood and more

<p>Pakistan players were left embarrassed when they were instead of their national anthem being played during the match against India for the Asia Cup, it was replaced by Tesher and Jason Derulo's hit track Jalebi Baby.</p>

Rapper Tesher reacts to viral moment of his track 'Jalebi Baby' being replaced by Pakistan Anthem

<p>The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, expressed disappointment over Team India’s conduct before and after their marquee Asia Cup 2025 game against Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday (Sep 14). Even during the toss and after the game, the Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, alongside his teammates, decided against shaking hands with their counterparts, in solidarity with the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, irking Pakistan players and their fans. While Suryakumar explained in his post-match presser why the Indian Team refused to shake hands with the Pakistani players, Naqvi laments India for dragging politics into sports.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in their Asia Cup Group A game in Dubai, topping the table with two wins in as many contested matches. After the game, Suryakumar said that this Indian Team stands by the families of those who died in the heinous attack on April 22, where four Pakistan-based terrorists killed 26 innocent lives in broad daylight in India’s Kashmir, all tourists from India and abroad.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-ind-vs-pak-none-of-them-wants-to-play-the-asia-cup-indian-players-were-forced-suresh-raina-1757936364799"><strong>IND vs PAK: ‘None of them wants to play the Asia Cup, Indian players were forced...,' says Raina</strong></a><br>&nbsp;</p><p>The deadliest attack on Indian soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing shocked the nation, with India retaliating with Operation Sindoor a fortnight later, destroying terror camps and bases across PoK and Pakistan in precise air strikes. It led to a war-like situation with tensions escalating on all fronts.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>However, despite a mutual agreement between the two, the relationship remained sour, with India cutting all diplomatic ties with Pakistan.<br>&nbsp;</p><p>Although the Indian government cleared its stance on competing against Pakistan in bilateral tournaments and those staged in their country, they agreed to honour international rules and regulations regarding tournaments featuring both.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>With the ongoing 2025 Asia Cup being an eight-team event, the BCCI agreed to face Pakistan. However, the BCCI directed players not to shake hands with their counterparts, as confirmed by SKY in the post-match presser.</p><h3>Handshake saga upsets Naqvi</h3><p>Taking to his X handle, Naqvi wrote, "Utterly disappointed by the lack of sportsmanship today. Dragging politics into the game goes against the very spirit of sports. Let's hope future victories are celebrated by all teams with grace.”<br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the PCB has raised the issue with the governing body (ACC), seeking the immediate removal of match referee Andy Pycroft, who apparently asked both captains during the toss not to shake hands, as also reported by ESPNcricinfo. </p>

India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in their Asia Cup Group A game in Dubai, topping the table with two wins in as many contested matches.

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, expressed disappointment over Team India’s conduct before and after their marquee Asia Cup 2025 game against Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday (Sep 14). Even during the toss and after the game, the Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, alongside his teammates, decided against shaking hands with their counterparts, in solidarity with the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, irking Pakistan players and their fans. While Suryakumar explained in his post-match presser why the Indian Team refused to shake hands with the Pakistani players, Naqvi laments India for dragging politics into sports. India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in their Asia Cup Group A game in Dubai, topping the table with two wins in as many contested matches. After the game, Suryakumar said that this Indian Team stands by the families of those who died in the heinous attack on April 22, where four Pakistan-based terrorists killed 26 innocent lives in broad daylight in India’s Kashmir, all tourists from India and abroad. Also read | IND vs PAK: ‘None of them wants to play the Asia Cup, Indian players were forced...,' says Raina The deadliest attack on Indian soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing shocked the nation, with India retaliating with Operation Sindoor a fortnight later, destroying terror camps and bases across PoK and Pakistan in precise air strikes. It led to a war-like situation with tensions escalating on all fronts. However, despite a mutual agreement between the two, the relationship remained sour, with India cutting all diplomatic ties with Pakistan. Although the Indian government cleared its stance on competing against Pakistan in bilateral tournaments and those staged in their country, they agreed to honour international rules and regulations regarding tournaments featuring both. With the ongoing 2025 Asia Cup being an eight-team event, the BCCI agreed to face Pakistan. However, the BCCI directed players not to shake hands with their counterparts, as confirmed by SKY in the post-match presser. Handshake saga upsets Naqvi Taking to his X handle, Naqvi wrote, "Utterly disappointed by the lack of sportsmanship today. Dragging politics into the game goes against the very spirit of sports. Let's hope future victories are celebrated by all teams with grace.”

<p>India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in their Asia Cup Group A game in Dubai, topping the table with two wins in as many contested matches.</p>

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<p>The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match was a one-sided contest with India coming out triumphant by seven wickets. The Indian team never let Pakistan breath easy after Men in Green elected to bat first. Pakistan managed 127/9 in 20 overs with their ninth wicket coming on the last ball of the penultimate over on the score of 111. In cricketing terms, the score of 111 is referred to as Nelson as also mentioned by a commentator during the match on Sunday (Sep 14). But have you ever thought why it is called Nelson?</p><h2>Why 111 score is referred as Nelson in cricket?</h2><p>There are multiple theories involved in referring to score of 111 as Nelson in cricket. It is also generally considered unlucky by batters. Former England umpire David Shepherd also used to hop on one leg whenever the scorecard showed 111 or Nelson. So why it is called Nelson, exactly?</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-ex-pak-pacer-akhtar-says-will-shake-hands-with-enemies-after-india-players-snub-pak-1757922727267">Asia Cup 2025: Ex-Pak pacer Akhtar says 'will shake hands with enemies'</a></p><p>The most famous theory involves England's Royal Navy officer Admiral Horatio Nelson - who, as per the popular belief, lost one eye, one arm and one leg during the wars fought over the years - hence 111 is referred as Nelson. He, however, had two legs intact as cited by multiple reports.</p><p>The second theory says Nelson refers to Admiral's three victories - Copenhagen, the Nile and Trafalgar in the early 19th century - hence referred as 'won, won, won (which almost sounds like 1,1,1).'</p><h2>Why the batters consider score of Nelson as unlucky?</h2><p>It is believed that the score of 111 or Nelson represents the stumps without bails which is essentially a batter being out hence the batters, superstitiously and reportedly, believe it to be unlucky for them. Shepherd in an old interview with ESPNCricinfo also acknowledged it as 'a tradition in English cricket.'</p><p>It is one of those interesting things in cricket which have stayed with the game throughout the evolution and are so old that their origin is next to impossible to ascertain with conviction.</p>

There are multiple theories involved in referring to score of 111 as Nelson in cricket. It is also generally considered unlucky by batters. Former England umpire David Shepherd also used to hop on one leg whenever the scorecard showed 111 or Nelson.

The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match was a one-sided contest with India coming out triumphant by seven wickets. The Indian team never let Pakistan breath easy after Men in Green elected to bat first. Pakistan managed 127/9 in 20 overs with their ninth wicket coming on the last ball of the penultimate over on the score of 111. In cricketing terms, the score of 111 is referred to as Nelson as also mentioned by a commentator during the match on Sunday (Sep 14). But have you ever thought why it is called Nelson? Why 111 score is referred as Nelson in cricket? There are multiple theories involved in referring to score of 111 as Nelson in cricket. It is also generally considered unlucky by batters. Former England umpire David Shepherd also used to hop on one leg whenever the scorecard showed 111 or Nelson. So why it is called Nelson, exactly? Also Read - Asia Cup 2025: Ex-Pak pacer Akhtar says 'will shake hands with enemies' The most famous theory involves England's Royal Navy officer Admiral Horatio Nelson - who, as per the popular belief, lost one eye, one arm and one leg during the wars fought over the years - hence 111 is referred as Nelson. He, however, had two legs intact as cited by multiple reports. The second theory says Nelson refers to Admiral's three victories - Copenhagen, the Nile and Trafalgar in the early 19th century - hence referred as 'won, won, won (which almost sounds like 1,1,1).' Why the batters consider score of Nelson as unlucky? It is believed that the score of 111 or Nelson represents the stumps without bails which is essentially a batter being out hence the batters, superstitiously and reportedly, believe it to be unlucky for them. Shepherd in an old interview with ESPNCricinfo also acknowledged it as 'a tradition in English cricket.' It is one of those interesting things in cricket which have stayed with the game throughout the evolution and are so old that their origin is next to impossible to ascertain with conviction.

<p>There are multiple theories involved in referring to score of 111 as Nelson in cricket. It is also generally considered unlucky by batters. Former England umpire David Shepherd also used to hop on one leg whenever the scorecard showed 111 or Nelson.</p>

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