Dubai (Pakistan News online) Pakistan and India are going to face off in Asia Cup 2025 final for the first time, in what is being called the most hyped game in the tournament’s history, the traditional trophy photo shoot may be off the cards.
Ahead of the final, the captains of the two sides pose for pictures with the trophy a day before the final, but tournament organizers confirmed that no such event is scheduled today, with a final decision expected only before the final match.
Earlier, On September 14 in Dubai, Indian star Suryakumar Yadav refused to shake hands with Pakistani players and made political remarks in the post-match presentation, dedicating India’s win to the Pulagam incident and the Indian Army.
Indian cricket board also filed complaints against Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan for his half-century celebration and Haris Rauf for 6-0 gestures toward the crowd.
India remains undefeated, winning all group and Super Four matches. Pakistan, meanwhile, lost to India twice but defeated Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to secure a spot in the final.