AFP TOP Controversies In Asia Cup 2025
The Asia Cup 2025 has been filled with drama both on and off the field.
AFP Let's take a look at the biggest controversies in the Asia Cup 2025:
AFP The Indian camp refused to shake hands or exchange post-match pleasantries with the Pakistan team after their first clash. The trend continued into the next game.
No-Handshake Row
BCCI The PCB demanded match referee Andy Pycroft be removed from their matches, alleging that he allowed the no-handshake saga to happen.
PCB Demand Pycroft Exit
AFP The ICC refused PCB's demand, leading to Pakistan threatening to withdraw from their final Asia Cup group match. Pycroft ultimately had a chat with the Pak team.
Pakistan Threaten Boycott
AFP Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan's 'gun celebration' and pacer Haris Rauf's gestures created controversy. Farhan was warned, Rauf fined.
Farhan, Rauf's Gestures
AFP Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed and Sri Lanka star Wanindu Hasaranga mimicked each other's celebrations during a heated Super Four match.
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