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Speculation arose about a potential handshake snub between India and Bangladesh after their Asia Cup match. Visuals confirmed the teams exchanged handshakes, maintaining sporting spirit. Abhishek Sharma's explosive innings and strong bowling performances led India to victory. India secured a spot in the final. Bangladesh will face Pakistan to determine the other finalist, raising hopes for another India-Pakistan match.

Pakistan cricket faces criticism for on-field struggles and media handling, particularly regarding Indian journalists. After losses to India in the Asia Cup, the Pakistan captain avoided press conferences, leading to controversy. When a press conference finally occurred, only Pakistani journalists were allowed to ask questions, highlighting biased media management. The situation raises questions about Pakistan's willingness to face tough questions.

The Asia Cup is marred by a handshake controversy following India's victory over Pakistan, escalating with Mohammad Amir's veiled critique of the Indian team via a social media post praising Virat Kohli. This incident led to scheduling disruptions, including a delayed Pakistan-UAE match due to PCB's concerns over the match referee.

Amidst controversy and tension, Pakistan's captain, Salman Ali Agha, asserts his team's readiness for the Super Four clash against India. Despite past incidents, including handshake disputes and standoffs, Salman emphasises the need for batting improvement, particularly in the middle order. He expresses confidence in the team's ability to overcome any challenge if they maintain their recent performance level.

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.

India's decisive victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup was overshadowed by a diplomatic standoff. The Indian team's refusal to shake hands, citing solidarity with victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, led to Pakistan's captain boycotting the post-match ceremony. This incident has amplified political tensions, highlighting the limitations of cricket in bridging divides between the two nations.