Ayush Mhatre also did not shake hands with Pakistani captain, junior team also boycotted through handshake
A small but famous moment was witnessed before the much-awaited match between India and Pakistan during the ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup held in Dubai. at the time of the match toss Indian team Pakistan captain Ayush Mhatre and Pakistan captain Farhan Yousuf came face to face, but during this the normal tradition of shaking hands was not followed.
Ayush Mhatre went ahead without shaking hands with the Pakistani captain, which made it clear that the junior Indian team will not shake hands with Pakistani players like the senior Indian team. India-Pakistan matches have always not been limited to cricket only. Due to the long-standing rivalry between the two countries, even small incidents become a topic of discussion.
This moment that happened during the toss also went viral on social media within minutes. Cricket fans and experts expressed different opinions on this and the topic became the center of debate online. In recent years, it has been seen on many occasions at the international level that Indian players have been seen avoiding formal handshake with their Pakistani players in big tournaments.
Such scenes have unfolded before in ICC and ACC competitions. For this reason, many people linked Ayush Mhatre’s behavior to a broader trend rather than any personal decision. The reactions of the fans were clearly divided on this matter. A section of Indian supporters supported their captain and called it a reflection of the current situation and the bitter rivalry between the two countries. According to him, it is natural to see the impact of emotions on the field, especially in such high-profile matches.
On the other hand, some cricket lovers and former players also expressed concern over this incident. He believes that Under-19 level cricket is a platform for players to develop, learn discipline and sportsmanship. Mutual respect and sporting values should be given priority in such tournaments, so that young players can move forward with the right message.
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