Suryakumar Says We Stand in Solidarity with Pahalgam Attack Victims as India Crushes Pakistan
Dubai: In an emotionally charged post-match ceremony, India’s T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav dedicated the emphatic Asia Cup victory over arch-rivals Pakistan to the nation’s Armed Forces and expressed deep solidarity with the families of the Pahalgam terror attack victims.
“We stand shoulder to shoulder with the bereaved families of the Pahalgam terror attack. Our thoughts are with them. Today’s victory is for our brave Armed Forces who put their lives on the line for the country,” Suryakumar declared.
Well done, Team India! After thrashing Pakistan, the Indian team didn’t even come out to shake hands with the losing side, as is customary.
The best part: Captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed solidarity with the families of the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. He dedicated… pic.twitter.com/MlAC8axCGa
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On the field, India delivered a clinical performance, dismantling Pakistan by seven wickets. After restricting Pakistan to a paltry 127 for 9 in 20 overs, thanks largely to Kuldeep Yadav’s brilliant spell of 3 for 18, India chased the target in just 15.5 overs. The skipper led from the front, smashing 47 runs off 37 balls to finish as India’s top scorer. His towering sweep shot sealed the commanding win.
However, the match was not without controversy. Tensions flared when Suryakumar refused to shake hands with Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha at the toss. The animosity continued after the match, as Indian players deliberately closed their dressing room doors, denying the Pakistani team any interaction. This unprecedented snub sparked uproar, with Pakistan’s team manager filing a formal complaint to Match Referee Andy Pycroft.
The Indian cricket team’s actions drew sharp criticism from former Pakistani stars, including legend Shoaib Akhtar, who condemned the unsporting conduct.
As India celebrated a memorable sporting triumph, the gestures both on and off the field sent a powerful message of patriotism, grief, and unresolved rivalry. The Asia Cup clash will be remembered not just for the cricket but for its political overtones.
