No handshakes were exchanged before or after India 's seven-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup on Sunday as tensions between the two countries spilled out onto the field in Dubai.

Suryakumar Yadav , the winning captain, said India had decided before the match - in alignment with the BCCI and the Indian government - that they would not shake hands with the opposition, a move that left Pakistan visibly disapppointed. Mike Hesson , the Pakistan coach, said the team had been waiting after the game to shake hands only to discover India were snubbing them.

That led to their captain Salman Agha not appearing for the post-match TV interview, as is a broadcast norm. Pakistan's displeasure over these events has extended as far as match referee Andy Pycroft . Hours after the ma

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