Just when everyone thought the Asia Cup no-handshake decision was the peak of cricket diplomacy drama, here comes another twist, and this time, the spotlight’s on Shubman Gill. In the middle of all the chatter about India and Pakistan’s frosty relations, Shubman Gill’s handshake in Adelaide has managed to spark its own mini storm.

Shubman Gill’s Handshake with Pakistan Fan

It all began rather innocently. After the disappointing loss in Perth, the Indian squad decided to unwind before the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI match. They dropped by a cosy little spot in Torrensville — the well-loved British Raj restaurant, known for its curries that could make any homesick player tear up a bit. Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, and Shubman Gill strolled in, smiling and waving at fans, trying to keep things chill before a big match.

A Pakistani fan met Shubman Gill in Adelaide and said, “Pakistan Zindabad.” pic.twitter.com/sfoqpeLOi0

— Sheri. (@CallMeSheri1_) October 22, 2025

A few days later, things took a rather unexpected turn. While Gill was out for a quiet walk through Adelaide, a fan came up to him, hand extended in what looked like a friendly gesture. Ever the polite skipper, Gill paused to reciprocate, and just as the handshake began, the fan suddenly shouted, “Pakistan Zindabad!” The look on Gill’s face said it all: a mix of shock, disbelief, and “Did that really just happen?” Within seconds, he pulled his hand back and walked off briskly, keeping his calm as onlookers and mobile cameras captured every awkward second.

The Handshake that Echoed a Month Ago

Naturally, this bizarre moment brought everyone right back to the Asia Cup no-handshake decision that had dominated headlines just weeks ago. Remember that? When tensions between India and Pakistan flared up before the tournament even began. There were calls from some Indian fans demanding that the BCCI stop playing cricket with Pakistan altogether. “We don’t want to shake hands with terrorists,” some said online.

Suryakumar Yadav about the no-hand shake with the Pakistan team:

“I feel a few things are ahead of sportsmanship. We stand with the families of Pahalgam and also the brave armed forces during Operation Sindoor”. [RevSportz] pic.twitter.com/SwkF1536xt

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 14, 2025

When the two teams finally met, Indian players made their feelings clear through silence, or, more precisely, through no handshake. The Asia Cup no-handshake decision was seen as a symbolic stand, a quiet but firm message in the middle of a loud rivalry. So when this Adelaide fan pulled off his own version of a “revenge handshake,” shouting a pro-Pakistan slogan right after Shubman Gill’s handshake, people couldn’t help but link the two events.

Cricket, Politics, and Awkward Moments

It’s funny how something as simple as a handshake can become so politically loaded. On one hand, it was just a fan being cheeky. On the other, it turned into a viral moment that stirred up all the emotional residue from the Asia Cup no-handshake decision. Social media lit up, some laughed it off, others called it disrespectful. Poor Gill probably just wanted a quiet and a calm moment before the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI match, and now he’s trending worldwide for a handshake gone wrong.

Time to Focus on the Real Battle

As India gears up for the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI match in Adelaide, Gill’s got bigger things to worry about. His captaincy debut didn’t exactly start with fireworks, just 10 runs before being sent back to the pavilion. The Perth loss was a bitter pill, and now every fan, journalist, and ex-cricketer is watching to see how he bounces back.

A nightmare start for India 💔

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill dismissed early in the opening ODI.#AUSvIND #ROKO #ShubmanGill pic.twitter.com/Wn3NNkIAS3

— CricTracker (@Cricketracker) October 19, 2025

Shubman Gill’s handshake may have stolen the spotlight for a moment, but once the first ball is bowled, none of that will matter. Gill will need to park that viral awkwardness at the boundary and focus on what he does best: timing the ball, reading the pitch, and leading the Men in Blue with the calm confidence that’s made him one of India’s brightest young stars.

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Wrapping It Up with a Smile

At the end of the day, this whole episode feels like one of those odd little cricket stories fans will chuckle about years later. “Remember that time in Adelaide, when Shubman Gill’s handshake turned into a political drama?” It’s a reminder that in South Asian cricket, no gesture is ever just a gesture. Still, here’s hoping that tonight, in the AUS vs IND 2nd ODI match, Gill’s hands will be making headlines for a different reason, lifting the trophy instead of shaking it off.