Handshake refused! India vs Pakistan U19 World Cup showdown opens with tense moment

2026-02-01 - 09:15

India and Pakistan U-19 captains notably skipped the customary handshake at the toss for their crucial World Cup encounter. This follows a recent trend of no handshakes between the two nations' cricket teams amid ongoing political tensions. The match is a must-win for Pakistan to keep their semi-final hopes alive.