Pakistan speedster Haris Rauf sparked controversy during the Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 clash against Team India at the Dubai International Stadium. While fielding at the boundary, Rauf was seen provoking fans with shocking gestures, signaling a plane crashing—an apparent reference to the recent military standoff between the two nations.
The gesture alludes to Pakistan’s disputed claims of their army shooting down six Indian jets during Operation Sindoor, launched by the Indian government following the terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. Adding fuel to the fire, Rauf also ignited controversy before the Super 4 contest by shouting “6-0” during Pakistan’s practice session, further intensifying the rivalry.
Watch the provocative signals made by Rauf in the video below.
**Fan Reactions**
The incident quickly drew reactions from netizens, with opinions divided on Rauf’s conduct and the implications of such provocative gestures in an international sporting event.
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**Match Summary: Pakistan vs India**
Despite the controversy, Haris Rauf delivered with the ball, claiming two crucial wickets. He dismissed India’s Suryakumar Yadav (0) and Sanju Samson (13). However, Pakistan couldn’t stop India from securing a comfortable six-wicket victory on Sunday in Dubai.
Unlike their usual cautious approach against India, Pakistan played aggressively and posted a total of 171/5 in their allotted 20 overs. Sahibzada Farhan top-scored for Pakistan with a well-crafted 58 off 45 deliveries. Faheem Ashraf also contributed with some late strikes to boost the total.
India’s batting lineup responded strongly, led by a sensational 105-run partnership in just 10 overs between Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill. Abhishek was in magnificent form, smashing 74 runs off only 39 balls, while Gill showed promising signs of returning to his best with a solid 47.
Though Pakistan threatened to pull off a memorable upset, the duo of Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya steadied the innings and ensured India crossed the target comfortably.
Abhishek Sharma was awarded the Player of the Match for his swashbuckling innings.
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**What’s Next for Pakistan?**
Pakistan will now head to Abu Dhabi to face Sri Lanka on Wednesday. With both teams looking to keep their Asia Cup hopes alive, this match looms as a must-win encounter.
Stay tuned for more updates and match highlights from the Asia Cup 2025.
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