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Pakistan Captain Salman Ali Agha Reopens Asia Cup 2025 Handshake Controversy
Pakistan cricket captain Salman Ali Agha has revisited the Asia Cup 2025 handshake controversy, revealing he was informed in advance by a match referee that India would not engage in the customary pre-match handshake. India captain Suryakumar Yadav declined the handshake in solidarity with victims of the Pahalgam terror attack during heightened tensions following Operation Sindoor. Agha expressed that the gesture was inappropriate, citing responsibility as a role model. The controversy extended to the final's trophy presentation, where India declined to receive the trophy from ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as Pakistan's Interior Minister.
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