Pakistan secured a 41-run win over the UAE in Dubai on Wednesday to set up a high-stakes Asia Cup rematch with rivals India. The match began an hour late amid ongoing tensions from a controversial handshake snub following Pakistan’s previous loss to India. The Pakistan Cricket Board even threatened to withdraw from the tournament, demanding the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft, who officiated the heated India clash. Despite the off-field drama, Pakistan delivered on the pitch to keep their title hopes alive and reignite one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries.
