India vs Pakistan, 6th Match, Group A - Live Cricket Score, Commentary

The PCB chairman had sought Pycroft's recall over the handshake controversy, but ICC officials see little justification for such a move

The PCB alleges that Pyrcoft was in violation of of the ICC Code of Conduct and the MCC Laws pertaining to the Spirit of Cricket. The PCB has threatened to boycott its next game if its demands are not met

Pakistan's head coach admitted that his side was outplayed on the night by India

PCB decided not to send their captain Salman Ali Agha for the post-match presentation as a protest against India, who skipped the customary handshakes

It was the kind of night that summed up his craft: smart lines, simple changes of pace and the skills and nerves to just keep things tight

Pakistan coach Mike Hesson said that his side were "ready" to shake hands and were left "disappointed" when their gesture wasn't reciprocated

Pakistan stuttered to finish with 127/9 before India chased it down with ease

As it always is the case, the context of this India-Pakistan clash too stretches far beyond the boundary

India's assistant coach feels they start the game against Pakistan as favourites but execution on the day will be crucial

Ahead of the marquee clash, India's players honed reflexes with distinctive fielding drills as Sitansu Kotak outlined a batting order without fixed roles