The much-anticipated match between India and Pakistan at the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 drew significant attention even before it started. This was not just about Cricket; during the toss for their Super Six match on Sunday, Indian captain Ayush Mhatre seemed to skip the traditional handshake with Pakistan’s captain Farhan Yousaf. This moment quickly went viral on social media.
Ayush Mhatre skips handshake with Farhan Yousaf
The incident took place right after the coin toss, which Pakistan won and decided to field first. Viewers noticed that Mhatre did not extend a handshake to Yousaf after the toss. Within minutes, videos of the incident began spreading online, leading to various opinions among viewers.
This situation is not unique; in recent matches between India and Pakistan, similar moments have occurred. Across both men’s and women’s cricket, as well as youth tournaments, captains from both sides have often opted out of handshakes at the toss. This behavior highlights the complex political and emotional context surrounding matches between these two rival countries.
Here’s the video:
