Archive · 2 Oct 2025
Shastri's Toss Remark Evokes Asia Cup Controversy
During the toss of a cricket match, Ravi Shastri playfully introduced Andy Pycroft, referencing a past issue.
This sparked conversation because of a no-handshake incident involving India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup.
After this, Pakistan complained about Pycroft.
The incident highlighted ongoing tensions between the teams.
Ravi Shastri referenced the Asia Cup during the toss introduction.
The introduction was made for match referee Andy Pycroft.
Pycroft was involved in the Asia Cup no-handshake incident.
Pakistan Cricket Board filed a complaint against Pycroft.
The ICC dismissed the PCB's request.
- Who
- Ravi Shastri and Andy Pycroft
- What
- Shastri referenced the Asia Cup controversy while introducing Pycroft.
- When
- During a Test match toss between India and West Indies.
- Where
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Why
- Shastri's remark alluded to a no-handshake incident in the Asia Cup.
- Event
- Ravi Shastri's introduction of Andy Pycroft
- Participants
- Ravi Shastri, Andy Pycroft, Pakistan Cricket Board
- Location
- Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
- Controversy
- India's refusal to shake hands with Pakistan in Asia Cup
