Asia Cup 2025 (explained): Will the captains of India and Pakistan be together during the filming of the pre-final trophy?

The countdown of Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan took an unusual turn while the organizers confirmed that the usual shooting of the pre-final trophy featuring the two captains will not take place. Traditionally, the captains pose with the trophy one day before the big match, but on this occasion, the officials declared that a joint photograph can only occur on Sunday before the draw, according to the final approval. The long-awaited confrontation of the title is scheduled for September 28 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, marking the very first final of the Asian Cup between the two-rivals of the Arc.

The preparations for India for the Asian Cup 2025

In the supply of the competition, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav should address the media on Saturday evening. The team will also undergo their last co -closed training session in Dubai from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (IST). Pakistan, on the other hand, should perform a training session open to the ICC academy, focusing firmly on the defeat of the defending champions in the final.

The controversy of the handle adds to the rivalry of India vs Pakistan

The tensions simmered between both sides even before the final. During the confrontation of the group stadium, the Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav refused the usual handshake with Salman Ali Agha during the draw, an act which sparked an animated debate among fans and experts. The situation increased more when, after hitting the winning races, Suryakumar left the field directly with his shivam Dube shivered partner, avoiding the traditional post-match graceful of the greeting of the opposition.

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The rivalry of India vs Pakistan extends beyond the field

The absence of trophy shooting and the controversy during the handshake underline the outward drama which surrounded this edition of the Asian Cup. With political and emotional currents already influencing the tournament, the final takes place in a context of an unprecedented meticulous examination. While fans impatiently anticipate the confrontation of the cricket, the tense interactions between the players add another layer to what is already the most fierce and the most watched rivalry of sport.

For the first time in the 41 years of history of the Asian Cup, India and Pakistan will challenge the final of the tournament, making the match on Sunday a historic moment for cricket in the subcontinent.

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