Overview

• During the Asia Cup clash, Haris Rauf flashed a ‘6-0’ hand sign and mimed a plane going down while fielding near Indian fans.
• The signals were widely read as a nod to Pakistan’s unverified claims of downing six Indian jets linked to talk of ‘Operation Sindoor.’
• Muzna Masood Malik posted an Instagram story of Rauf making the gesture with the caption “Lost the match but won the battle,” then removed it after it spread.
• India chased 172 with seven balls to spare, powered by Abhishek Sharma’s 74, to seal a six‑wicket win.
• Players and commentators condemned the conduct as unsporting, no disciplinary action was reported, and Pakistan’s skid against India remained a talking point.