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Wahab Riaz comments on no-handshake policy after Pakistan's World Cup match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:39 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Wahab Riaz comments on no-handshake policy after Pakistan's World Cup match

Summary

Pakistan women's cricket coach Wahab Riaz addressed the no-handshake policy following a 64-run defeat to India at Edgbaston during the ICC T20 World Cup on June 15. Riaz stated that the policy, which has been implemented since the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, would not significantly impact player relations. Deepti Sharma's five-wicket haul was significant in India's dominance during this opener. Riaz emphasized a focus on cricket, acknowledging lapses in concentration that led to the loss, while remaining diplomatic on the evolving relationship between the teams.

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By the Numbers

•India won by 64 runs at Edgbaston
•Deepti Sharma took five wickets
•No handshakes were observed before or after the match
•Wahab Riaz is in his first global tournament as coach
•Concerns about concentration lapses affected Pakistan's performance

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12:39 PMYahoo Sports — 'Won't make a big difference': Pakistan women's coach Wahab Riaz reacts to no-hanshake policy in IND vs PAK cricket matches

What they're saying

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With the Indian women's side absolutely demolishing Pakistan's women's team in their tournament opener, coach Wahab Riaz has something to say about the no-handshake policy.
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