The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has lodged an official protest against Team India after players refused to shake hands during the Asia Cup 2025 match. PCB called the move “unsportsmanlike” and against the spirit of cricket. Match referee Andy Pycroft had informed Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha before the toss not to approach Suryakumar Yadav or Indian players. After the game, India went straight to the dressing room. Indian players said the gesture was a tribute to soldiers and civilians killed in the Pahalgam terror attack. Salman skipped the post-match ceremony in protest against India’s behaviour. (PC: AFP, PTI)

Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav dedicated his team’s seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 to the Indian armed forces. After the match, he expressed solidarity with the victims of the recent Pahalgam terror attack. “We stand by the families of the victims of Pahalgam,” Suryakumar said in the post-match press conference. “We express our solidarity and want to dedicate the win to all our armed forces. Hope they continue to inspire us all.” India chased down 128 runs in 15.5 overs, with Suryakumar and Shivam Dube guiding the team to a convincing Group A victory.

India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in their Asia Cup 2025 Group A match but refused the customary post-match handshake. Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube, who guided India past the 128-run target in 15.5 overs, walked straight to the dressing room without greeting Pakistan players. Reports said none of the Indian squad came out to meet their rivals, despite Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha and his team waiting outside. Pakistan’s white-ball coach Mike Hesson was reportedly angered by the incident. Handshakes are tradition, not rule, but India’s decision highlighted the tense atmosphere surrounding the India-Pakistan rivalry. (PC: X)

India’s Jaismine Lamboria (57kg) and Minakshi Hooda (48kg) made history by winning gold medals at the World Boxing Championships 2025. Jaismine defeated Paris Olympics silver medallist Julia Szeremeta of Poland 4-1 in the final, saying, “I have no words to describe how I am feeling.” Minakshi, a debutant, out-punched Paris Olympics bronze medallist Nazym Kyzaibay of Kazakhstan 4-1, avenging her World Cup loss in July. India also won silver and bronze through Nupur Sheoran (80+kg) and Pooja Rani (80kg). The victories marked India’s best-ever campaign in women’s boxing on foreign soil, highlighting the nation’s growing strength in the sport. (PC: NDTV)

India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets in their Asia Cup 2025 clash at Dubai International Stadium. Pakistan were restricted to 127/9 in 20 overs, with Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel taking key wickets. India chased the target comfortably in 15.5 overs, led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 47* off 37 balls. Kuldeep Yadav also starred with three crucial wickets. The win was sealed with 25 balls to spare, highlighting India’s dominance in both batting and bowling. With this victory, India retains the top spot in Group A and is all but confirmed for the Super 4 stage. (PC: BBC)

Up to 150,000 people attended a far-right “Unite the Kingdom” rally in London led by Tommy Robinson. Police said 26 officers were injured, four seriously, and at least 25 people were arrested. About 5,000 counter-protesters clashed with the crowd in Whitehall and Trafalgar Square. Business Secretary Peter Kyle condemned the violence, saying offenders “should and will pay a price.” Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood warned that anyone involved in crime would face the law. Robinson called it the “biggest freedom of speech” rally in UK history, while Elon Musk and Katie Hopkins also addressed the crowd. (PC: Sky News) 

Ricky Hatton, former world champion boxer, has died at 46. Nicknamed 'The Hitman', he won titles at light-welterweight and welterweight. Hatton’s body was found at his home in Manchester on Sunday, with no suspicious circumstances reported. He won 45 of 48 professional fights and last fought in 2012. Fans and fellow athletes, including David Beckham and Tyson Fury, paid tribute. Manchester City held a minute’s applause for him before their match against Manchester United. Hatton had announced a comeback fight in December. He was admired for his skill, heart, and courage in the ring. (PC: BBC)

India are chasing 128 against Pakistan in their Asia Cup 2025 Group A clash in Dubai. Pakistan posted 127/9 in 20 overs, with Kuldeep Yadav taking 3/18 and Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah taking 2 wickets each. Sahibzada Farhan made 40, while Shaheen Afridi smashed 4 sixes late on. India’s reply started with a fiery 31 from Abhishek Sharma off just 13 balls. Shubman Gill fell for 10, both wickets going to Saim Ayub. Tilak Varma then took charge, hitting boundaries freely, while Suryakumar Yadav is steady at the other end. India are 61/2 after the powerplay. (PC: BCCI)

India are on top in their Asia Cup 2025 clash against Pakistan in Dubai. Pakistan finished at 127/9 in 20 overs after a poor start. Shaheen Afridi hit a late cameo of 32 runs from 16 balls with 4 sixes to give his team some hope. Earlier, Indian spinners Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy dominated with six wickets between them. Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya also struck early to keep pressure on Pakistan. India now need 128 runs in 20 overs at a run rate of 6.4 to win this high-profile match. (PC: BCCI)

India are in full control against Pakistan in their Asia Cup 2025 Group A match in Dubai. Pakistan are reeling at 65/6 after 13 overs. Kuldeep Yadav has turned the game with two wickets in two balls, leaving Pakistan clueless against spin. Earlier, Axar Patel also struck twice, removing Fakhar Zaman and captain Salman Ali Agha. Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya gave India a dream start with early wickets. Only Sahibzada Farhan is holding on with 32 runs. Pakistan batters are struggling for answers as India’s bowlers continue to dominate the high-voltage contest. (PC: BCCI)