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After India Shuts Door, Pakistan Visit UAE's Dressing Room Post Asia Cup Win

Soumyajit Dutta

Pakistan cricket team visits UAE's dressing room [Source: @CallMeSheri1_/X.com]Pakistan cricket team visits UAE's dressing room [Source: @CallMeSheri1_/X.com]

The Pakistan cricket team visited UAE’s national cricket team dressing room at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium after the conclusion of their group stage clash in the Asia Cup 2025. The meet-up came after Pakistan’s 41-run win over the hosts, who crashed out of the tournament.

While the interaction seemed like a simple exchange of courtesy and goodwill, it also hinted at a bigger picture, possibly a subtle dig at India. This comes in the backdrop of the September 14 clash, when Suryakumar Yadav and Co. slammed the dressing room door shut after their win against Pakistan.

Salman Agha & Co. Visits UAE's Dressing Room To Exchange Greetings

Salman Ali Agha’s men registered a confident victory over UAE in their concluding group-stage fixture. Following the win, the entire Pakistan team, including Haris Rauf, was seen visiting the UAE camp. Stoles were exchanged, greetings were shared, and players enjoyed light-hearted conversations. 

Saim Ayub was spotted chatting with a UAE spinner, while Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson was seen in cheerful discussion with UAE’s management. UAE skipper Muhammad Wasim greeted his counterparts with a broad smile as Salman Ali Agha held words with the Emirati players.

What Does This Gesture Mean?

On the surface, the gesture reflected the spirit of sportsmanship and goodwill, a warm act that UAE graciously reciprocated. Yet, it cannot be overlooked that the move may also serve as a pointed contrast to India’s recent snub, reigniting debates around the absence of sportsmanship in the India-Pakistan clash.

With UAE bowing out after defeats to both India and Pakistan, the focus now shifts to the Super 4 stage. India and Pakistan are set to lock horns again on September 21, a contest where tensions are expected to remain high and the spirit of sportsmanship will once again come under scrutiny.