The Asia Cup turned out to be an ugly affair. Dominated by off-field drama, the continental tournament made headlines for the wrong reasons more often than not.<br /><br /> India and Pakistan met three times, including a historic first in the final. Yet, their battles will be remembered more for the tensions on the field than for any memorable cricketing moments.<br /><br /> From the handshake snub to provocative gestures by Pakistan players, the India-Pakistan clashes were a disappointment for purists of the sport. India, however, simply took a stand they believed in. Pakistan, on the other hand, opted for the ugly route, focusing on theatrics rather than cricket.<br /><br /> The drama reached its peak on the final day when Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi walked away with the trophy after India refused to accept it from him.<br /><br /> In the latest episode of the Sledging Room podcast, Akshay Ramesh, Alan John, and Kingshuk Kusari reflect on what was arguably one of the most controversial cricket tournaments in history.<br /><br /> Tune In!<br /><br /> Produced By Areeb Raza<br /><br /> Sound Mix By Aman Pal

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Asia Cup wild ride: No trophy for India. No dignity for Pakistan | Sledging Room S3, Ep 15

OCT 1, 202542 MIN
Sledging Room

Asia Cup wild ride: No trophy for India. No dignity for Pakistan | Sledging Room S3, Ep 15

OCT 1, 202542 MIN

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The Asia Cup turned out to be an ugly affair. Dominated by off-field drama, the continental tournament made headlines for the wrong reasons more often than not.<br /><br /> India and Pakistan met three times, including a historic first in the final. Yet, their battles will be remembered more for the tensions on the field than for any memorable cricketing moments.<br /><br /> From the handshake snub to provocative gestures by Pakistan players, the India-Pakistan clashes were a disappointment for purists of the sport. India, however, simply took a stand they believed in. Pakistan, on the other hand, opted for the ugly route, focusing on theatrics rather than cricket.<br /><br /> The drama reached its peak on the final day when Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi walked away with the trophy after India refused to accept it from him.<br /><br /> In the latest episode of the Sledging Room podcast, Akshay Ramesh, Alan John, and Kingshuk Kusari reflect on what was arguably one of the most controversial cricket tournaments in history.<br /><br /> Tune In!<br /><br /> Produced By Areeb Raza<br /><br /> Sound Mix By Aman Pal