Australia will be touring Pakistan soon for a three-match T20I series, starting January 29, 2026. A promo has been released for the tour, featuring some of the hosts' players.
However, while the ad should have focused on Pakistan and Australia's dynamics, the former snuck in a moment to try and mock India over the recent handshake row.
The promo features an Australian tourist in Pakistan. As he steps out of a cab, the driver calls him back saying "handshake bhool gaye aap, lagta hai padosiyo ke paas bhi ruke the (You forgot the handshake, looks like you even stopped by the neighbours)". Check it out:
India refused to shake hands with Pakistani players, first at the ACC Asia Cup 2025, a sentiment that was echoed by the country's women's and youth teams in their respective fixtures.