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Pakistan Cricket Board is in a standoff with the International Cricket Council. This follows a handshake controversy with the Indian team. PCB threatens to boycott their Asia Cup match against UAE. They demand the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft. If Pakistan withdraws, they will be eliminated. India has already qualified for the Super 4s.

India dominated Pakistan in the Asia Cup clash on Sunday, securing a 7-wicket victory. Suryakumar Yadav dedicated the win to the armed forces and Pahalgam terror attack victims. Post-match, India's team skipped the customary handshake, and Pakistan's coach expressed disappointment.

Amidst Asia Cup 2025 controversies, an exasperated Pakistani fan has humorously requested India to boycott their next match. This plea followed Pakistan's defeat against India, hoping it would improve their chances of reaching the final. The match also saw India skipping the customary handshake, a decision defended by captain Suryakumar Yadav, dedicating the win to the armed forces.

Following Pakistan's crushing defeat to India in the Asia Cup, former captain Shahid Afridi criticised the team's batting and bowling. He specifically called out Saim Ayub's reckless approach and questioned resting key fast bowlers. Wasim Akram noted the batsmen's struggle against Kuldeep Yadav's spin, while Sunil Gavaskar labeled Pakistan a weak team.

Suresh Raina ignited controversy by claiming Indian cricketers were “forced” by the BCCI to participate in the Asia Cup 2025, despite their reluctance. This revelation follows India's victory over Pakistan, marred by a 'handshake-gate' incident where the Indian team declined post-match handshakes, citing solidarity with victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.

The Pakistan Cricket Board has formally complained to the ICC regarding missing handshakes during the Asia Cup clash with India, demanding the removal of the Match Referee. The PCB alleges violations of the ICC Code of Conduct and MCC Laws, claiming the referee instructed their captain to avoid shaking hands.

The handshake row between India and Pakistan spiraled on Monday, with former captain Rashid Latif delivering a fiery outburst. Urging the Pakistan Cricket Board to lodge an official complaint, Latif accused India of “bringing politics into cricket” after refusing handshakes in Dubai, while Shoaib Akhtar called on India to “show grace” despite praising their win.

The India–Pakistan T20I ended in controversy after Suryakumar Yadav refused handshakes, citing solidarity with victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. Pakistan lodged a protest, alleging a breach of sportsmanship, while Salman Ali Agha skipped the presentation.

Suryakumar Yadav dedicated India's dominant seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 to the armed forces and those affected by the Pahalgam terror attack. Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel's bowling prowess restricted Pakistan to 127, while Suryakumar's unbeaten 47 guided India to victory in 15.5 overs, solidifying their position in Group A.

Ahead of the high-stakes India-Pakistan T20 Asia Cup clash, coach Gautam Gambhir delivered a passionate pep talk, emphasizing pride and resilience. Pakistan opted to bat first, citing familiarity with the slow Dubai wicket. Political tensions lingered, evident in the absence of a handshake, but Gambhir's fiery words underscored the importance of mentality in this intense rivalry.

During the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash, Mohammad Nawaz's comical dropped catch became a viral moment amid Pakistan's struggles. India's spinners, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel and Varun Chakaravarthy, dominated, restricting Pakistan to a mere 127/9, despite Shaheen Shah Afridi's late hitting. India's bowlers seized control early, highlighting their dominance in high-pressure matches.

During India's Asia Cup practice in Dubai, Shubman Gill was hit on the hand, causing immediate concern as he left the field in pain. After medical attention and ice treatment, Gill returned to the nets, batting comfortably against both pace and spin. He concluded the session positively, even socializing before heading back to the dressing room.

On the eve of India's Asia Cup clash with Pakistan, India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate, who hails from the Netherlands, discovered how India vs Pakistan begins long before the first ball, and why cricket is never just about cricket.

Pathum Nissanka's impressive half-century, complemented by Kamil Mishara's unbeaten innings, propelled Sri Lanka to a convincing six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in their Asia Cup Group B encounter. Sri Lanka chased down the target of 140 with ease, thanks to a dominant second-wicket partnership of 95 runs between Nissanka and Mishara. Earlier, Sri Lanka's seamers restricted Bangladesh to 139/5.

Ahead of the highly anticipated India-Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 clash, off-field controversies have erupted. PSL franchise Karachi Kings mirrored IPL's Punjab Kings' veiled reference to Pakistan, sparking online backlash. An Indian Supreme Court plea sought to cancel the match, citing terrorism concerns and national security, but was denied an urgent hearing.

Former Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq believes Pakistan has a golden opportunity in the upcoming Asia Cup clash against India. He suggests Virat Kohli's absence makes India's batting line-up vulnerable if Pakistan's bowlers strike early. India's recent Asia Cup opener saw a dominant win against UAE, fueled by Kuldeep Yadav's spell and quickfire batting.

Ahead of the crucial Asia Cup clash against Pakistan, Arshdeep Singh's cryptic Instagram post sparked speculation about his mindset after being benched. Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak defended the team selection, emphasizing that decisions are based on conditions and team balance. As India prepares to face Pakistan, the possibility of including a second pacer looms, leaving Arshdeep's potential inclusion uncertain.

Team India, fresh off a dominant win against UAE in their Asia Cup 2025 opener, is keenly observing Afghanistan, a formidable T20 opponent. Key players like Sanju Samson and Hardik Pandya were seen analyzing Afghanistan's net practice, focusing on their explosive batting and diverse bowling attack.

Arshdeep Singh, despite being India’s leading T20I wicket-taker and a World Cup hero, finds himself sidelined under coach Gautam Gambhir’s regime. From missing his Test debut at The Oval to warming benches in the Asia Cup, Arshdeep Singh is probably fighting the most gruesome battle of his career.

As Pakistan gears up for the Asia Cup, coach Mike Hesson acknowledges India's confidence and strength, particularly their world-class spinners. He emphasizes Pakistan's focus on improving daily, highlighting the team's strong bowling attack led by Mohammad Nawaz. While recognizing the batting lineup's development, Hesson stresses the importance of collective performance in adapting to varying conditions in Dubai.