India is set to be the team to keep an eye on as the U-19 Asia Cup commences in the UAE. Players such as Vaibhav Suryavanshi and captain Ayush Mhatre are sure to attract attention globally. However, the spotlight will particularly shine on the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai on December 14 (Sunday). The burning question on everyone's lips is whether the Indian and Pakistani players will shake hands before and after the match, or if they will opt for a boycott similar to the Asia Cup 2025 or the Women's World Cup 2025.

A senior official from the BCCI has informed PTI that the ICC is keen to keep politics out of a match involving two junior teams, as a lack of handshake could create negative optics. He also mentioned that while the play

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