In Nagoya, Japan, India secured a 19-run victory over Pakistan to win the gold medal in the Asian Games men’s cricket event, continuing their dominance in T20 matches against their rivals. Key performances included half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma, helping India reach a record total of 211-6. Despite Hasan Nawaz’s impressive 96 off 51 balls, Pakistan was restricted to 192-6 due to disciplined Indian bowling. This match marked India’s seventh consecutive T20 win over Pakistan, with players notably avoiding handshakes before and after the game, reflecting ongoing tensions. The match saw standout moments, including Sharma’s rapid scoring and Pakistan’s fielding errors. The absence of customary handshakes contrasted with other sports at the Asian Games, where players from both countries showed sportsmanship.
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No handshakes yet again as India beats Pakistan to clinch cricket gold at Asian Games
