Handshake row takes ugly turn as Pakistan threaten to withdraw from Asia Cup 2025

Tensions escalate at the Asia Cup as Pakistan threaten withdrawal if match referee Andy Pycroft isn’t removed. The PCB formally complained to the ICC, alleging Code of Conduct violations after a handshake controversy during the India-Pakistan match. Pakistan alleges Pycroft instructed their captain to avoid shaking hands, and expressed disappointment at India’s post-match behavior.