Special Report: Will Team India Shake Hands with Pakistan Players? | T20 World Cup 2026

India and Pakistan have been placed in the same group for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 despite political tensions and the Asia Cup venue dispute. The high-voltage match will be played on 15 February at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium, with Pakistan scheduled to play all their matches in Sri Lanka.

Fans now question whether Indian players will shake hands with Pakistan cricketers, especially after the “No Handshake” controversy during the Asia Cup and Women's World Cup, where Team India avoided handshakes citing security and political reasons.

In the last decade, India–Pakistan rivalry has been completely one-sided, with Pakistan defeating India only twice in ICC events. India, the defending champions, will aim to retain the title, while Pakistan will push hard for a turnaround.

Captain Suryakumar Yadav said the focus will remain on cricket, just like during the Asia Cup. The India–Pakistan clash continues to attract global attention, making this match one of the biggest events of the tournament.


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