
AAP dares Suryakumar Yadav after the India vs Pakistan handshake controversy, questioning sportsmanship and political undertones in cricket diplomacy.
The incident, which took place after the high-voltage India vs Pakistan clash, has now spilled beyond the cricket ground and entered the political arena.
According to reports, the handshake row began when some Indian players, including Suryakumar Yadav, were seen avoiding handshakes with Pakistani cricketers after the match. While fans debated whether this was a sign of competitive spirit or a lack of sportsmanship, political parties quickly jumped into the conversation. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has now openly challenged Suryakumar Yadav, asking him to clarify his stand on the incident and reminding him that cricket is not just about runs and wickets but also about mutual respect and diplomacy.
AAP leaders alleged that such actions send the wrong message internationally and undermine India’s image of being a sporting nation that upholds respect even for its rivals. On the other hand, many Indian fans defended Suryakumar, claiming that emotions after an India-Pakistan match often run high and such gestures should not be politicized.
This new twist has sparked a larger debate: Should politics stay away from sports, or does cricket diplomacy inevitably carry political undertones, especially in the context of India-Pakistan relations? With AAP daring Suryakumar Yadav, the controversy has only intensified, and it remains to be seen how the cricketer and the BCCI will respond to this unexpected political
storm.