The Asia Cup 2025 final is set for Sunday, September 28, featuring a thrilling match between arch-rivals India and Pakistan at the Dubai International Stadium. This highly anticipated clash promises excitement as both teams vie for the prestigious title.

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has addressed the ongoing handshake controversy that arose during the tournament. In previous matches, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav did not shake hands with Agha, which has sparked discussions about sportsmanship. Agha remarked, "As far as handshakes are concerned, I’ve been playing professional cricket since 2007... I’ve never seen two teams not shaking hands during a match. According to me, no handshakes are not good for cricket."

Despite the controversy, Agha remains focused on the game, stating, "We don’t focus on what we can’t control. Our goal is the Asia Cup. We came here to play good cricket, and tomorrow we’ll aim to win the final." He expressed confidence in his team's performance, saying, "Inshallah, you’ll see us winning. If we play our best cricket and execute for 40 overs, we can beat any team."

The match will kick off at 8:00 PM IST. India has had a strong showing in the tournament, having defeated Pakistan twice earlier in the competition. The Indian team is currently unbeaten in the T20 edition of the Asia Cup, making them the favorites going into the final.

In a notable development, reports indicate that the Indian team has shown little interest in participating in the traditional trophy photoshoot before the final. This decision follows the earlier handshake incidents and reflects the heightened tensions between the two teams.

As both teams prepare for this historic encounter, fans eagerly await what promises to be an unforgettable match.