IND vs PAK / Surya appears before ICC on handshake controversy, know when will the decision come?

IND vs PAK: Controversies have dominated the headlines during the matches played between India and Pakistan during the Asia Cup 2025. A new update has emerged following a complaint by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) against Indian team captain Suryakumar Yadav. Meanwhile, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has also demanded action against Pakistani players Sahibzada Farhan and Haris Rauf. Let's explore the details of the matter.

Handshake Controversy and Complaint Against Suryakumar

Tensions were evident in both matches played between India and Pakistan. The issue of Indian players not shaking hands with the Pakistani team in the first match was discussed. The PCB filed a complaint against Suryakumar Yadav, calling it against the spirit of the game. Furthermore, after the match played in Dubai on September 14, Suryakumar dedicated his innings to the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack and the Indian Armed Forces involved in Operation Sindoor. The PCB termed this as a political comment and demanded action from the ICC.

Today, September 25, 2025, Suryakumar Yadav appeared before ICC Elite Panel Match Referee Richie Richardson. According to sources, the referee will deliver his final decision on September 26. If found guilty, Suryakumar could face a warning or a fine of a percentage of his match fee. However, if the referee determines that Surya did not violate any rules, he will not face any punishment.

BCCI's Complaint Against Pakistani Players

The controversy did not end there. The BCCI also filed a complaint with the ICC against Pakistani players Sahibzada Farhan and Haris Rauf. During the Super-4 match, Sahibzada Farhan performed a 'gun celebration' after scoring a half-century, while Haris Rauf made a plane-shooting gesture. The BCCI has described these gestures as provocative and against the spirit of the game. The hearing for these two players is also scheduled for September 26.

What will be the next step?

This matter is now completely in the hands of the ICC. All eyes are on Richie Richardson's decision. If action is taken against both sides, this could become a major controversy in the history of the Asia Cup 2025. Suryakumar Yadav and Indian fans are hoping the referee's decision will be in their favor. Meanwhile, the gestures of Pakistani players have also sparked a new debate in the cricket world.