The two arch-rivals are set to face off in Sunday’s title decider at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, the first time in the tournament’s 41-year history that both nations will contest an Asia Cup final.
Organisers clarified that no official photoshoot has been scheduled, with the possibility of a joint captain’s trophy pose only to be decided at the last moment.
This will be the third meeting between the neighbours in this edition, with on-field relations proving frosty.
During their group-stage clash, India’s first meeting with Pakistan since cross-border tensions resurfaced in May, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav declined a handshake with Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha at the toss.
After sealing India’s win, Yadav left the field without acknowledging the opposition, while his teammates headed straight to the dressing room, avoiding the usual post-match gestures.
The frosty atmosphere continued in the Super Four encounter on September 21, where both sides once again refrained from handshakes before and after the game.
