India vs Pakistan: BCCI says shaking hands a goodwill gesture, not in the rulebook

Following a controversy stemming from the India-Pakistan match where customary handshakes were skipped, a BCCI official clarified that these gestures aren't mandatory according to the rulebook. The PCB has officially complained to the ACC and demanded the removal of the match referee, alleging violations of the ICC Code of Conduct and the Spirit of Cricket, further escalating tensions.