For Pakistan, an Asia Cup title would cover the scars of an ordinary recent history. Their record against India - 12 defeats in 15 T20Is - places them firmly as underdogs in this contest. They have had a curiously difficult time in this tournament, winning just two titles, while India and Sri Lanka have won eight and six respectively.

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Petal Gahlot, a first secretary at India’s UN Mission, ridiculed Sharif’s “absurd theatrics,” saying, “If destroyed runways and burnt-out hangers look like victory, as the Prime Minister claimed, Pakistan is welcome to enjoy it.”

The Asia Cup 2025 ended amid controversy after the Indian cricket team refused to accept the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) president Mohsin Naqvi. According to reports,

India clinched the 2025 Asia Cup crown against Pakistan, but the post-match statements garnered equal attention. Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav donat

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav reveals how Pakistani players were guilty of crossing the limits in the Asia Cup and if they will continue to boycott handshakes in the future.

FBI Director Kash Patel, Trump’s Hindu outreach figure, faces backlash after shaking hands with Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir. Critics cite betrayal of faith, diaspora expectations, and India–US tensions,

India beat Pakistan to become the Asia Cup cricket champions in a tournament that has been overshadowed by the political tensions between the two neighboring nations.