India Avoids Handshake with Pakistan Cricket Team
T20 Clash: India Skips Handshake With Pakistan Amid Tensions
COLOMBO: (Web Desk) – India remains affected by the aftermath of the Rafale crash and reportedly avoided participating in the customary handshake with Pakistan’s cricket team during today’s ICC T20 International match in Colombo on Sunday.
Observers note that the Indian side may be attempting to appeal to domestic political sentiments ahead of elections, reportedly to please supporters of the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), by skipping the traditional gesture of sportsmanship.
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Historically, India’s cricket team has occasionally deviated from the spirit of fair play in certain high-profile encounters. Today’s incident continued that trend, as reports suggest discomfort over receiving a trophy from Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi.
The episode has reignited debates about maintaining sportsmanship and the spirit of the game despite intense regional rivalries.
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