Published on, Sept. 29 -- September 29, 2025 10:09 AM

DUBAI: India defeated Pakistan by five wickets to win the Asia Cup 2025 final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday, but celebrations were overshadowed by an unusual off-field controversy over the trophy presentation.

Reports suggest the Indian team refused to accept the tournament trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also heads the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Sources said the decision came on the instructions of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Despite pressure from Indian officials, Naqvi refused to step aside, insisting on personally presenting the trophy. As a result, the post-match ceremony concluded without a handover, and...