For India, the upcoming match goes beyond cricket. Tensions have been flaring high between the two nations since the Pahalgam terror attacks earlier this year. Captain Suryakumar Yadav proactively praised the Indian armed forces for their role in Operation Sindoor after defeating the neighbouring nation in the group-stage game. India has refused to shake hands with Pakistan throughout the tournament, and it's only imminent upon the Men in Blue to seal the deal with an emphatic triumph on Sunday. (Image Source: Reuters)
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Salman Ali Agha on India-Pakistan Handshake: "We'll see about it tomorrow"

  • Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha maintains suspense on shaking hands with Indian players before T20 World Cup match.
  • Agha emphasizes that cricket should always be played in the right spirit, regardless of other factors.
  • India and Pakistan players stopped shaking hands since last year's Asia Cup following the Pahalgam massacre.
  • Indian camp is cautious, leaving handshake decisions to higher officials due to public sentiment and social media.
  • ICC wants officials from all five Asian Test-playing nations to watch the match together to foster dialogue.

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