During the Asia Cup Super 4 match, two players from Pakistan, Haris Rauf and Farhan, sparked controversy with their gestures. Farhan celebrated his half-century with a gesture resembling a gunshot, which he later claimed was made in jest. Meanwhile, Haris Rauf displayed a ‘6-0’ sign, interpreted by many as a provocative reference to Pakistan’s assertion about shooting down Indian jets in previous conflicts. He was also involved in a dispute with Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill. In response, the BCCI lodged a complaint with the ICC, which may require the players to provide written explanations.
Concurrently, the PCB filed a complaint against Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav for his remarks after India’s victory over Pakistan in the group stage, where he dedicated the win to the Indian Army and victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. Suryakumar stated that regardless of mixed reactions, he would continue to dedicate future wins similarly.