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Former cricketer Rashid Latif criticises the Pakistan Cricket Board's (PCB) approach to the handshake controversy, arguing they are misdirecting their focus by targeting match referee Andy Pycroft. Latif emphasises that a handshake isn't mandatory according to ICC regulations.

Tensions flared between the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and India after the Asia Cup match, with the PCB demanding the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft. This demand follows Indian players' refusal to shake hands with their Pakistani counterparts, a gesture made in solidarity with victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.