Ahead of the second ODI of the ongoing 3-match ODI series between India and Australia, a video of Shubman Gill went viral on social media. Through this viral video, we can see Gill, the team India ODI captain, shake hands with a fan.

Ahead of the IND vs AUS 2nd ODI in Adelaide, the clip has circulated widely across social media platforms. The person who approached the Indian captain for the handshake was a Pakistani cricket fan who reportedly shouted a political slogan immediately after the handshake.

Gill calmly pulled his hand back and walked away without further reaction. The controversy surrounding the handshake has been a major talking point in the cricketing community. Viewers can find the specific viral video online.

What’s the Real Story Behind the ‘No Handshake’ Controversy? Fans Can’t Stop Talking!

When Team India faced archrival Pakistan in the 2025 Asia Cup, all the matches between the two cricketing giants were laden with controversies. When India faced Pakistan in the group stage, India's T20Is captain Suryakumar Yadav refused to shake hands with Pakistan's captain, Salman Ali Agha.

This event initiated the widely discussed 'No Handshake' controversy between the sides. India ultimately won the Asia Cup 2025 title, defeating Pakistan in the final as well.

Given the high tensions and the ongoing sportsmanship debate, cricket fans were naturally curious to know whether Shubman Gill, the newly appointed captain of India's ODI and Test formats, also maintained the no-handshake policy with the Pakistan cricket team players during the tournament. Gill was part of the Asia Cup squad, playing in the matches against the arch-rivals.

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As of now, the Men in Blue are in Australia for an 8-game limited-overs series, where both of the cricket teams will face each other for ODIs (One Day Internationals) and T20Is (Twenty20 Internationals) as well. Ahead of the 2nd ODI in the series, Team India is trailing the series by 0-1.

In the second ODI match, India has no option left but to secure a victory to keep the series alive. The home team, Australia, won the first match with ease, and they will be looking for another commanding win to seal the bilateral series. The pressure is on the Indian cricket team to level the series scoreline in the next encounter.

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Shubman Gill was spotted in Australia with his bag carrier behind him. A Pakistani fan went over and gave him the handshake that never happened 🇵🇰🤝 #ShubmanGill #PakistanCricket #IndianCricket pic.twitter.com/3ytRenzWL9

— Haroon (@hazharoon) October 22, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions 

What was the "No Handshake" controversy during the Asia Cup 2025?

The "No Handshake" controversy began when India's T20Is captain Suryakumar Yadav refused to shake hands with Pakistan's captain during the group stage match of the Asia Cup 2025. This refusal was reportedly maintained throughout the tournament, including the final, in which India defeated Pakistan.

Did Shubman Gill shake hands with any Pakistani fans or players following the Asia Cup controversy?

A recent viral video circulated ahead of the India vs Australia 2nd ODI, showing India's ODI captain, Shubman Gill, shake hands with a fan in Adelaide. The fan was reportedly a Pakistani supporter who shouted a political slogan immediately after the handshake. Gill calmly pulled his hand back and walked away.

What is the current status of the India vs Australia limited-overs series?

The Men in Blue are in Australia for an 8-game limited-overs series (ODIs and T20Is). As of now, India is trailing the ODI series by 0-1 after losing the first match to the home team, Australia.

What is the significance of the upcoming 2nd ODI for the Indian team?

The second ODI is a must-win match for India. Since they are trailing the series 0-1, a loss would mean Australia seals the bilateral series, putting immense pressure on Shubman Gill and the Indian cricket team to secure a victory and keep the series alive.

Was Shubman Gill involved in the "No Handshake" policy during the Asia Cup 2025 matches against Pakistan?

The "No Handshake" policy was initiated and followed by the Indian team, led by T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, in all their matches against Pakistan during the Asia Cup 2025. As a member of the squad, Gill would have been part of the team maintaining that stance during the on-field interactions.