Ahead of the Asia Cup 2025 final, Pakistani captain Salman Agha blamed Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav for the absence of a trophy photoshoot. He stated that the Indian team is making decisions as per its own will.
Asia Cup 2025: On September 28, India and Pakistan will face each other in the Asia Cup 2025 final on the grounds of Dubai. For the first time in the tournament's history, both teams will clash in the title match. Ahead of the final, Pakistan captain Salman Agha made a controversial statement regarding the captains' photoshoot with the trophy, blaming the Indian team.
Salman Agha's Controversial Statement
During the pre-match conference, Salman Agha said that the Indian team can do whatever it wishes, and they (Pakistan) will only follow protocol. He clarified that if the Indian team wants to do a photoshoot, it is their decision, and the Pakistan team has no control over it. His focus remains solely on winning the final match.
Salman Agha also stated that they do not want to get involved in off-field drama and that the team's focus is solely on the game. His statement comes in the context of the non-handshake policy and protocol disputes that occurred in previous matches.
Previous Drama in India-Pakistan Matches
In the group stage encounters between the two teams, India adopted a no-handshake policy against Pakistan. Due to this policy, the Pakistani team expressed significant displeasure after the match and planned to boycott their match against UAE, but later they had to agree to play.
Furthermore, Pakistan also cancelled the pre-match conference before the UAE match, which was mandatory as per tournament protocol. These incidents made the India-Pakistan encounters controversial even off the field.
Team India's Stellar Performance under Suryakumar Yadav
Team India is led by Suryakumar Yadav, and their campaign in this tournament has been outstanding. India has won both matches against Pakistan so far, and the team's morale is very high ahead of the final. Under Suryakumar Yadav's captaincy, the team's focus is entirely on the game, with emphasis on on-field strategy and performance.
Preparation for the Final Match
The strategies, players, and morale of both teams are adding to the excitement of the final match. India's experience and unbeaten record enhance their chances of success in the final, while the Pakistani team is striving for improvement under Salman Agha's leadership. This encounter is not just a game but a crucial turning point that will be etched in history.
