Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha has announced that the entire national team will donate their Asia Cup 2025 final match fees to the families of civilians and children killed in the May Indian strikes. Speaking to reporters after the tense final in Dubai, Agha said the decision reflects solidarity with victims of violence and a commitment to humanity beyond sport.

Criticism of India’s Conduct

Agha strongly condemned India’s repeated refusal to shake hands with Pakistani players during the tournament, calling it “a disrespect to cricket, not us.” He highlighted that such behavior undermines the spirit of the game and sets “a terrible example for young fans watching around the world.”

He also addressed the trophy controversy, where India’s team refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President and PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, a move that left the award ceremony incomplete. “This is the first time I’ve seen anything like this in professional cricket,” Agha said. “It sends the wrong message to future generations.”

Private Gesture from India’s Captain

Despite the public standoff, Agha noted that he believes India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav would have shaken hands “if it were his choice,” suggesting the Indian team was following instructions rather than personal preference.

A Call for Sportsmanship

The Pakistan captain concluded with an appeal to preserve cricket’s integrity:

“People think of us as role models. If we behave like this, we’re not inspiring the kids who watch us. I hope this never happens again.”

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