Referee’s ‘missed message’ triggered no‑handshake chaos after India vs Pakistan: sources

Sources say the match referee forgot to relay the post‑match “no handshake” protocol to Pakistan. India walked off by plan, Pakistan waited, and the row exploded.

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The Cricket Standard Desk

September 16, 2025

Indian Player walking back to dressinf room after winning the match and skippping the handshake with Pakistani team while Pakistan captain talks to umpire