"No Rivalry Anymore": Suryakumar Yadav's Statement Sparks Row After India’s Dominant Win Over Pakistan

Following India's dominant victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup Super Four match in Dubai, Indian batter Suryakumar Yadav sparked controversy by stating that there is "no rivalry" between the two teams, as a true rivalry requires equal competition — a remark that angered many Pakistani fans and journalists. The situation escalated after Pakistan's opener Sahibzada Farhan celebrated his half-century with a provocative "gunfire" gesture, which was widely criticized as inappropriate for the spirit of the game. In response, Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill led a powerful batting assault, with Sharma later stating they had planned to "answer with the bat, not words." Former Pakistani cricketer Danish Kaneria also weighed in, saying India replied to Farhan’s act like "firing a BrahMos missile." The victory triggered widespread celebrations across Indian cities, while reactions from Pakistani supporters ranged from disappointment to outrage, highlighting the emotional intensity that still surrounds this high-stakes cricket rivalry.