The Indian newspaper questioned the stubbornness and double standards of its own country’s authorities.

The newspaper raised the question that shaking hands with Pakistani players is allowed in hockey, while it is denied in cricket, why is this a different rule?

The newspaper wrote that competing with Pakistan in Asia Cup cricket is acceptable, but refusing to shake hands with Pakistani officials and receive the trophy.

The Indian newspaper wrote that other Indian players shake hands with Pakistanis, what is the logic of stopping only cricketers?

According to the newspaper, the separate attitude of the Indian Cricket Board against Pakistan promotes political hatred in the game.

The newspaper wrote that why shaking hands with a Pakistani player was considered against patriotism in India?