Watch: Pakistan Legend Uses Highly Derogatory Remarks for Suryakumar Yadav

The clash between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 ended up being a controversial one. Despite India's stellar performance in the game, captain Suryakumar Yadav's no-handshake decision didn't sit well with the opponent team. The Men in Blue won the match by seven wickets, and the credit goes to Kuldeep Yadav's brilliant bowling and skipper Suryakumar's batting.

After the match, Suryakumar, along with Shivam Dube, walked out of the ground without shaking hands with the Pakistan team players. The action of the Indian players didn't have a positive response from across the border as they were brutal on the Men in Blue. Legendary Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Yousuf went to the extent that he used highly derogatory words for India's captain while having a discussion on national television.

Watch: Mohammad Yousuf Derogatory Remarks on Suryakumar Yadav

While having a conversation on Samaa TV, former Pakistan cricketer Yousuf Yohana used distasteful terms for Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav. He went on to accuse India of taking help from umpires and match referees to win the IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025 match. While speaking on national TV, Yousuf referred to Suryakumar Yadav as Suar (pig) during the conversation. The video of Mohammad Yousuf remarks on Suryakumar Yadav has gone viral on social media, with Indian fans going furious with the former Pakistani cricketer.

What is the IND vs PAK Handshake Controversy?

The handshake issue was the starting point of this issue. Reports suggest that Pakistan had raised a fuss before their match against India when they were told to stop their captain from shaking hands with India's Suryakumar Yadav at the coin toss. The Pakistan Cricket Board also made allegations that the exchange of team sheets was mishandled and then lodged a formal complaint against the referee, Andy Pycroft.

The PCB had asked the ICC to remove Pycroft from the rest of the Asia Cup. The ICC, however, refused, and insisted that standards of officiating had been consistent and Pycroft would continue. This made matters worse, especially with parts of the media in Pakistan accusing the ICC and the of collusion.

Despite all the non-playing drama, India were clinically competent on the field and showed why they are the best cricket team in the world. The Men in Blue achieved a comprehensive victory over Pakistan, only increasing frustration across the border. But rather than the stature of cricket being the main talking point, there appears to have been a plethora of stories all referring back to the old player's impolite comments.

Mohammad Yousuf Suryakumar Yadav comments reflect how the India-Pakistan rivalry, which is the greatest rivalry in cricket, often extends beyond the realm of cricket. While the intensity of competition is to be expected, the use of derogatory comments against players is distasteful for the sport. The ICC made it clear that they would not remove any match officials following Pakistan complaints.

But the tournament should not be about altercations, arguments, or fights. Supporters from both teams will want to experience good cricket as opposed to controversies. Ultimately, the Asia Cup should be remembered for runs, wickets, and special moments, and not for off-field incidents and language between personnel.