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Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha skips presentation; coach says team was disappointed over no handshake

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha skips presentation; coach says team was disappointed over no handshake

Salman Ali Agha missed the post‑match ceremony after India avoided handshakes. Coach Mike Hesson said Pakistan was ready to shake hands and felt disappointed. India said it was a tribute to Pahalgam victims.

The Cricket Standard Desk 15 Sept 2025 1 min read
PCB protests ‘no handshake’ after India win; India says it was a tribute to Pahalgam victims

PCB protests ‘no handshake’ after India win; India says it was a tribute to Pahalgam victims

PCB filed an official protest after India avoided handshakes in the Asia Cup match. India said the move was a tribute to Pahalgam victims and the armed forces.

The Cricket Standard Desk 15 Sept 2025 1 min read
Rajeev Shukla’s “Huge Victory” post goes viral after India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets

Rajeev Shukla’s “Huge Victory” post goes viral after India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla hailed India’s 7-wicket win over Pakistan as a “huge victory” after Kuldeep’s 3/18 and SKY’s 47* sealed the chase in Dubai.

The Cricket Standard Desk 15 Sept 2025 1 min read
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Suryakumar, Kuldeep star in India’s 7‑wicket win

India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Suryakumar, Kuldeep star in India’s 7‑wicket win

India chased 128 in 15.5 overs as Suryakumar Yadav (47*) and Kuldeep Yadav (3/18) led a calm, clinical win over Pakistan. Abhishek’s 31 (13) set the tone in Dubai.

The Cricket Standard Desk 15 Sept 2025 1 min read
Gavaskar’s ‘Virat Kohli’ Reminder To Pakistan: Why MCG 2022 Still Shapes India’s Edge

Gavaskar’s ‘Virat Kohli’ Reminder To Pakistan: Why MCG 2022 Still Shapes India’s Edge

Sunil Gavaskar’s blunt reminder to Pakistan: remember Kohli’s 82 at the MCG. With Kohli retired, India’s edge is now a system—depth, roles, and late-game calm spread across the order.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 3 min read
Gambhir Steps In As Boycott Chatter Grows: How India Reset The Dressing Room Before Pakistan

Gambhir Steps In As Boycott Chatter Grows: How India Reset The Dressing Room Before Pakistan

With boycott noise seeping into the camp, Gautam Gambhir and staff told players to separate emotion from execution, follow policy, and focus on controllables. The calm blueprint—and why it matters.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
“Best Spinner In The World?” Hesson’s Nawaz Claim Meets India’s Calm Spin Plan

“Best Spinner In The World?” Hesson’s Nawaz Claim Meets India’s Calm Spin Plan

Pakistan’s Mike Hesson crowned Mohammad Nawaz “the best spinner in the world.” India’s Ryan ten Doeschate coolly backed Varun, Axar, and Kuldeep—and left the verdict to the game.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
Shubman Gill Injury Scare Before Pakistan Clash: What Happened, Fitness Signs, And India’s Plan B

Shubman Gill Injury Scare Before Pakistan Clash: What Happened, Fitness Signs, And India’s Plan B

Shubman Gill took a blow to the hand at training, received treatment, then returned to bat—positive news for India. What it means for selection and how the XI adapts if needed.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
“Gambhir’s Message Is To Not Focus On What You Can’t Control”: How India Are Shutting Out The Noise Before Pakistan

“Gambhir’s Message Is To Not Focus On What You Can’t Control”: How India Are Shutting Out The Noise Before Pakistan

Ryan ten Doeschate says India will stay professional and emotionless amid boycott chatter—follow policy, trust the plan, and focus on controllables. The calm blueprint before Pakistan.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
Harmanpreet Kaur Backs India To Meet Australia Head‑On Before Women’s ODI World Cup

Harmanpreet Kaur Backs India To Meet Australia Head‑On Before Women’s ODI World Cup

India host Australia for three ODIs in a final tune‑up before the home World Cup. Harmanpreet Kaur promises full intensity, smart rotation, and a belief built over 18 months.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
“Mentally, That’s When It Matters”: India Coach Eases Workload Fears For Shubman Gill Before IND vs PAK

“Mentally, That’s When It Matters”: India Coach Eases Workload Fears For Shubman Gill Before IND vs PAK

Sitanshu Kotak says workload management is mainly for fast bowlers. For batters like Shubman Gill, it’s only a concern if the mind says so—why India trust his rhythm before Pakistan.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
“You Separate Sports And Politics”: India Coaches On Boycott Calls Before IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Schedule Inside

“You Separate Sports And Politics”: India Coaches On Boycott Calls Before IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Schedule Inside

Ryan ten Doeschate says India will follow government and BCCI directives and focus on cricket amid boycott calls. Fixtures, timing, and the coaches’ dressing‑room brief, explained.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
“Can Bat At Any Number”: Inside India’s Plan For Sanju Samson’s Flexible Role

“Can Bat At Any Number”: Inside India’s Plan For Sanju Samson’s Flexible Role

Sitanshu Kotak says Sanju Samson can bat anywhere to suit India’s plan. With Gill up top and SKY–Tilak anchoring, Samson’s brief is phase‑fluid: disrupt spin or finish late.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
“He Bowls More Than He Bats”: Inside Hardik Pandya’s Routine, As Told By Abhishek Nayar

“He Bowls More Than He Bats”: Inside Hardik Pandya’s Routine, As Told By Abhishek Nayar

Abhishek Nayar says Hardik Pandya practises bowling more than batting—and builds his game on yoga, nutrition, and 2+ hours of daily work. It’s why India’s balance revolves around him.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read
“Since Gautam Gambhir’s Era Began…”: R Ashwin Explains India’s Spin-Heavy XI And The Arshdeep Call

“Since Gautam Gambhir’s Era Began…”: R Ashwin Explains India’s Spin-Heavy XI And The Arshdeep Call

Ashwin says India’s three-spinner balance under Gambhir is a clear template, not a one-off. Why Arshdeep’s omission stings, where the logic holds, and when an extra seamer becomes non‑negotiable.

The Cricket Standard Desk 14 Sept 2025 2 min read