The atmosphere at the Dubai International Stadium on September 28 was anything but friendly for Pakistan. Having already lost the Asia Cup 2025 final to India, the team had to endure further humiliation during the post-match presentation.
As the Pakistani players walked up to receive their Runners-Up mementos, they were met with loud boos echoing around the stadium. The jeers from the crowd made the moment even more awkward, overshadowing what should have been a respectful acknowledgment of their efforts.
The mood in the stands clearly reflected the disappointment and rivalry that has long existed between Indian and Pakistani cricket fans. Instead of applause, every Pakistani cricketer was greeted with hostile chants and noise, adding salt to the wounds of their five-wicket defeat.
Pakistani getting booed badly at #Dubai
— Bihari Bhaia (@Gareriya007) September 28, 2025
Modi Modi screaming 🙀
Muhajir Mohsin Naik distributing AAND medal 🏅 🥇 🏅 to terrorists Pakis
Salman Ali Agha threw $75k cheque in frustration #PAKvsIND #INDvPAK #AsiaCup2025 pic.twitter.com/zvqLKB0ZFK
For the players, it was visibly uncomfortable. Many of them accepted their mementos in silence, walking away quickly to avoid the constant booing from the spectators. What was supposed to be a formal ceremony turned into a public embarrassment for the Men in Green.
In the end, while India celebrated a memorable Asia Cup triumph, Pakistan’s evening ended on a bitter note. The loss on the field coupled with the reaction off it ensured that the final in Dubai would be remembered not just for the cricket, but also for the crowd’s harsh treatment of the runners-up.