After scripting history in the Asia Cup final, Team India has reportedly refused to accept the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi. While no official confirmation was issued, the unusual delay in the presentation ceremony sparked speculation and hinted at the brewing of another controversy.

Accoring to PTI, the Indian contingent won’t accept the silverware from Naqvi, who also happens to be Pakistan’s interior minister.

As the head of the Asian Cricket Council, Naqvi was formally entitled to hand over the trophy and conduct the traditional post-match interactions with both teams. However, staying consistent with their pre-decided stance, the Indian players maintained a strict ‘no handshake, no off-field engagement’ policy with anyone representing Pakistan.

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