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Pakistani pacer Haris Rauf faced backlash after gesturing towards Indian fans during Pakistan's defeat in the Asia Cup Super Fours clash. Rauf's gesture, referencing unsubstantiated claims of downing Indian jets, went viral and drew criticism.

India's assistant coach, Ryan ten Doeschate, addressed Sahibzada Farhan's controversial celebration, emphasising India's focus on maintaining composure and playing cricket. He acknowledged Pakistan's strong start but praised India's comeback and commitment to winning. Doeschate also discussed Sanju Samson's role at No. 5, expressing confidence in his ability to adapt and contribute to the team's success in the future.

Abhishek Sharma, known for his effortless six-hitting, showcased his talent against Pakistan with a blistering 74 off 39 balls. Mentored by Yuvraj Singh, Abhishek combines natural flair with strategic gameplay. His journey from U-19 cricket to IPL stardom has prepared him for the international stage, where he aims to win matches for India.

Abhishek Sharma's explosive 74 off 39 balls propelled India to a six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super Four clash. Sharma broke Yuvraj Singh's record for the fastest T20I half-century by an Indian against Pakistan, reaching the milestone in just 24 balls.

Imran Khan, the jailed former PM, has taken a dig at PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi following Pakistan's losses to India in the Asia Cup. Khan sarcastically suggested that Pakistan could only win if Gen Asim Munir and Naqvi opened, with other officials as umpires.

Abhishek Sharma's explosive 74 propelled India to a dominant six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super Four clash. Chasing 172, India's openers, Abhishek and Shubman Gill (47), forged a blistering 105-run partnership, dismantling Pakistan's bowling attack.

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.

India and Bangladesh have commenced their Super Fours journey in Asia Cup 2025 with victories, India defeated Pakistan by six wickets, fueled by Abhishek Sharma's explosive 74. Bangladesh secured a four-wicket win against Sri Lanka. Pakistan face a must-win situation against Sri Lanka to keep their final hopes alive.

India's young batting stars, Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill, propelled their team to a dominant six-wicket victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super 4 clash. Their fearless approach and exceptional skill earned praise from Pakistani legends Misbah-ul-Haq and Shoaib Malik.

Following Pakistan's six-wicket defeat to India in the Asia Cup Super Four clash, captain Salman Agha acknowledged the debatable Fakhar Zaman dismissal but emphasised that the team's batting performance was the primary cause of the loss. He admitted that the team fell short of the expected score, while praising the team's bowling effort.

India’s clash with Pakistan in the Asia Cup on Sunday had everything -- dropped catches, flying abuses, and fearless batting. After India’s sloppy fielding allowed Pakistan to score 171/5, Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill stole the show with a blistering 105-run stand. Abhishek’s fiery 74 and Gill’s classy 47 silenced Shaheen and Rauf’s taunts, setting up a commanding 6-wicket win in a high-voltage contest.

India and Pakistan will clash in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2025. This high-profile match follows India's earlier victory. Venkatesh Prasad expects India to dominate again. The previous match saw India winning convincingly. Off-field controversies arose, with Pakistan lodging complaints. Despite the drama, both teams secured their Super Four spots. The upcoming game promises intense competition.

Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has defended match referee Andy Pycroft, criticising Pakistan for creating unnecessary controversy over the handshake issue after India's Asia Cup win. Ashwin highlighted that India had informed the referee in advance about their decision to avoid handshakes, accusing Pakistan of unfairly targeting Pycroft and demanding his removal.

Suryakumar Yadav's continued refusal to acknowledge Pakistan fuels the anticipation for their Super 4 clash in the Asia Cup 2025. India secured a narrow victory against Oman, topping Group A, but the focus remains on the high-stakes encounter with their arch-rivals. Yadav's curt responses and previous controversies add extra spice to the upcoming showdown.

The 2025 Asia Cup heats up as India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh secure Super Four berths in Dubai. Awaiting a final group match, the teams gear up for round-robin clashes, vying for a coveted spot in the grand finale. The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan showdown is slated for September 21st.

It remains to be seen how the PCB responds to the strongly-worded email, as they are yet to furnish details in response to another email sent by the global cricket body to the PCB on September 17 — the day the drama unfolded and the fixture was delayed by an hour.

The match started an hour late as Pakistan threatened a pull-out after the handshake fiasco during the previous game against India before Salman Agha's team climbed down and showed up for the game.

Following Suryakumar Yadav's no-handshake gesture, former Pakistani player Mohammad Yousuf used derogatory language, sparking outrage. Yousuf defended his comments by referencing past incidents. Amidst heightened tensions and a complaint from the PCB regarding the match referee, the India-Pakistan match proceeded, with India winning. Despite threats, Pakistan is unlikely to withdraw from the Asia Cup.

Following India's dominant victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia downplayed the controversy surrounding the team's decision to skip the post-match handshake. Saikia emphasized celebrating India's triumph and disregarding noise from external parties. Captain Suryakumar Yadav stated the decision was aligned with the government and BCCI. India's next match is against Oman on September 19.

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.