India and Pakistan are currently facing each other in the Asia Cup 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

Before the start of the game, a fresh controversy erupted as Pakistan pacers Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf were caught on camera talking to each other while the Indian national anthem was being played.

Both teams lined up for the anthems after the toss. Pakistan’s anthem was played first, followed by India’s. While most players stood still and in attention, Shaheen and Haris appeared to be conversing, a moment that went viral on the internet.

Many fans found their act “disrespectful” and slammed both the players.

Notably, Shaheen and Haris were involved in heated confrontations with India openers Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma during the Super 4 clash. Haris was even punished by the ICC for his controversial gestures during the game.

Coming to the Asia Cup 2025 final, India won the toss and opted to bowl first. The captains of two teams didn’t shake hands at the toss, continuing their drama from the previous meetings in the ongoing continental event.