India vs Pakistan: Handshake Controversy Looms Over T20 World Cup Clash

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News18•15-02-2026, 07:40
India vs Pakistan: Handshake Controversy Looms Over T20 World Cup Clash
- •The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup match is set for February 15 in Colombo.
- •Controversy stems from the 2025 Asia Cup where India refused to shake hands with Pakistan players after the Pahalgam attack.
- •Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav, when asked about the handshake, told media to "wait and see."
- •Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha emphasized playing cricket in the "right spirit" and stated his team is ready if India wishes to shake hands.
- •The match was almost canceled due to a Pakistan government boycott over ICC decisions, but the order was withdrawn.
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