In the Asia Cup 2025, on Sunday, India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets to register their second win. India’s dominance was seen in the entire match, Pakistan failed in every region. However, the most talked about ‘No Handshek’ was the most discussed. In fact, during the first toss and then after winning the match, captain Suryakumar Yadav did not join hands with Pakistani players. After the match was over, the Pakistani players waited for the handshek on the ground but no Indian player came on the field.
Suryakumar Yadav confirmed that the decision of the BCCI was supported by the decision not to join hands with Pakistani players. The sheet did not change even after the toss, it was also the decision of a team member. Now the question arises whether there is any rule on this, due to which the Indian team can be fined.
At the same time, during the press conference after the match, Pakistani coach Mike Hessen said that the team was waiting to join hands but the Indian players did not come. For this reason, Salman Ali did not attend the Aga presentation. Let me tell you, after this, Pakistan team’s displeasure reached the match. The Pakistan Cricket Board said that the manager of the team has lodged a formal protest against India. Because he requested the captains not to join hands during the toss.
What does the rule say?
Cricket rules are not written anywhere that it is necessary to join hands. Hands at the time of the toss or after the match is part of the game spirit. Due to Spirit of Cricket, players meet after every match.
At the same time, there will be no penalty on the team. Because no such rule has been made about joining hands. However, during this time there is a provision for a penalty for any wrongdoing, or abusive language by a player. But no one intentionally shake hands, it is considered to be contrary to sportsmanship.