Indian and Pakistani players exchanged goodwill at the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship, where Indian players reportedly shook hands with their Pakistani counterparts following their match in Kulhudhufushi, Maldives. This gesture of sportsmanship comes amid a recent controversy involving similar teams in cricket.
The handshake controversy gained widespread attention after Indian cricketers reportedly snubbed the customary handshakes following their emphatic victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025. The incident occurred after the Group Stage match on September 14, Sunday, at the Dubai International Stadium. After Suryakumar Yadav hit the winning six off Pakistan’s bowler Sufiyan Muqeem, he and teammate Shivam Dube walked straight to the dressing room, bypassing the Pakistani team.
Pakistan’s cricket team was left visibly disappointed by this gesture, with their captain Salman Ali Agha refusing to participate in the post-game presentation. Later, Suryakumar Yadav explained the decision, stating, “Some things are above sportsmanship.” He also expressed solidarity with the Indian armed forces amidst Operation Sindoor, launched by the government following the militant attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which tragically claimed at least 26 lives.
In contrast, the Indian and Pakistani players displayed a more amicable spirit in the Commonwealth Beach Handball Championship, with reports confirming handshakes between the two teams after Pakistan secured a 2-0 win.
Looking ahead, Indian cricketers are expected to maintain a firm stance against Pakistan in their upcoming Asia Cup Super 4 match. The two teams are scheduled to clash again on September 21 at the Dubai International Stadium. India enters the game as favorites, buoyed by their current form and the presence of skilled, multi-faceted players in their squad.
Pakistan advanced to the Super 4 stage after a convincing 41-run victory over the UAE in Dubai. The remaining teams competing in the Super 4 round include Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, setting the stage for an exciting phase of the tournament.
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