

India defeated Pakistan in the Asia Cup final amid political tensions. While India donated match fees to the Army, Pakistan’s captain announced donating to terrorists killed in Indian strikes, highlighting deep divisions and the mix of cricket with serious political conflicts in the region.
Tension escalates after Asia Cup Final
New Delhi: India defeated Pakistan resoundingly in the Asia Cup final in Dubai. This victory sparked widespread anger in Pakistan. From Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif to Captain Salman Ali Agha, everyone leveled sharp accusations against the Indian team.
Pakistan's Defense Minister wrote on the social media platform X that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is jeopardizing the prospects for peace in the subcontinent because he has destroyed the spirit of cricket. It's clear that he is deeply upset with India's victory and the Indian team's behavior.
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Pakistani captain Salman Ali Agha accused the Indian team of undermining the dignity of cricket by refusing to shake hands with Pakistani players. But he made another significant statement at the same press conference, admitting that his entire team would donate their match fees to the victims of India's Operation Sindoor.
Those killed in India's Operation Sindoor were not civilians but terrorists from the terrorist organizations Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba. These included the family members of Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Masood Azhar (JeM). India attacked several terrorist hideouts in this operation, killing many terrorists.
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India's strike killed several key Jaish terrorists, including Masood Azhar's brother-in-law, Yusuf Azhar, a terrorist involved in the Kandahar hijacking; Jaish chief Mohammad Jameel Ahmed; and his son, Hamza Jameel. Similarly, several Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists who provided weapons and training to terrorists were also killed.
The Pakistani captain announced that he would donate his team's match fees to the terrorists killed by India. This clearly demonstrates that terrorists are revered in Pakistan, while India considers them enemies of the nation.
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It's no secret that Pakistani cricketers have had a close relationship with terrorism. Former captain Imran Khan was even accused of supporting the Taliban. Recent matches have also seen some controversial gestures by Pakistani players that convey emotional and political messages against India.
India not only defeated Pakistan in cricket but also took strong action against terrorism. The Pakistani team's players are honoring terrorists, which is deeply painful for the Indian public and players. At a time like this, political and security issues are also emerging, transcending the game of cricket.