Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Harbhajan's Handshake with Pakistani Cricketer Sparks Criticism
Indian cricket legend Harbhajan Singh shook hands with a Pakistani cricketer, Shahnawaz Dahani, after a match.
This has upset some Pakistani fans who think Harbhajan is being hypocritical because Indian cricket teams usually don't shake hands with Pakistani teams.
However, some fans also praised Harbhajan for his friendly gesture.
Harbhajan Singh shook hands with Shahnawaz Dahani after an Abu Dhabi T10 match
Indian cricket teams have boycotted handshakes with Pakistani teams in recent tournaments
Pakistan fans criticized Harbhajan for 'double standards'
Some fans praised Harbhajan's friendly gesture
The incident has sparked debate about India's policy towards Pakistani cricketers
- Who
- Harbhajan Singh, Shahnawaz Dahani
- What
- Harbhajan shook hands with Shahnawaz after a cricket match
- When
- November 19, 2025
- Where
- Abu Dhabi T10 League, Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- Why
- The incident has sparked debate about India's policy towards Pakistani cricketers
Critics
Supporters
Handshake Incident
Critics
Harbhajan's handshake with a Pakistani cricketer is hypocritical given India's policy to boycott handshakes with Pakistani teams
Supporters
Harbhajan's gesture shows sportsmanship and friendship
- Tournament
- Abu Dhabi T10 League
- Teams Involved
- Northern Warriors vs Aspin Stallions
- Indian Cricket Team's Stance
- Boycotts handshakes with Pakistani teams in recent tournaments
- Harbhajan's Previous Stance
- Criticized BCCI for agreeing to play against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025, boycotted matches against Pakistan in World Championship of Legends
- Pakistan Fans' Reaction
- Criticized Harbhajan for 'double standards', some praised his friendly gesture