In Pics | Nerve-wracking moments from India vs Pakistan match

In the Super Fours of the Asia Cup 2025, India faced Pakistan once again, producing a high-voltage clash filled with intense and unforgettable moments. The match was nothing short of a thriller, as the match saw several fiery moments, from sharp verbal exchanges to provocative celebrations. The match resulted in a series of controversies that continue to attract discussions and debate across the cricketing world.

Cold start to a heated rivalry

Once again in the tournament, captains Suryakumar Yadav and Salman Ali Agha skipped the traditional handshake at the toss. Suryakumar declared his decision to field and walked away without a glance kicking off a cold start to the game.

Sahibzada’s bat-gun sparks outrage

Sahibzada Farhan showcased remarkable batting talent, hammering a rapid half-century. However, his 'gun-firing' celebration using his bat didn’t go well with the audience, intensifying the on-field rivalry.

Early fireworks by Gill and Sharma

While chasing the target, Indian openers Gill and Abhishek Sharma provided a strong start, finding boundaries early and setting the tone for an aggressive pursuit.

Gill’s boundary sparks on-field intensity

Shubman Gill's aggressive attack on the new ball clearly riled up the opposition.

Abhishek’s offensive approach

Abhishek Sharma’s continuous offensive approach added to the on-field pressure.

Abhishek Sharma’s brute hitting

Fully fired up, Abhishek smashed a commanding 74 off just 39 balls, hitting 5 sixes and 6 fours along the way.

Abhishek and Rauf in war of words

A sharp exchange between Abhishek Sharma and Haris Rauf intensified the on-field dispute, leading the umpire to quickly approach and restore calm.

Umpire restores calm in the chaos

Tensions flared as the aggressive hitting intensified, visibly charging up the players and forcing the umpires to step in and calm things down.

Haris Rauf's gestures

Haris Rauf’s actions directed at the spectators were seen by many as disrespectful, fueling controversy and debate.

Post-match handshakes

The game concluded with Indian batters shaking hands with their own teammates, as the Pakistani players did the same amongst themselves.