India defeated Pakistan by five wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 final to clinch their record ninth title, but the victory celebrations turned sour as the team was forced to leave without the trophy.

After Rinku Singh’s match-winning shot sealed India’s win, fans anticipated the usual post-match presentation ceremony. But chaos unfolded at the Dubai International Stadium. Reports suggest a standoff between the Indian team and ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi, who was expected to present the trophy.

According to eyewitness accounts, Pakistan’s players initially stayed inside their dressing room, delaying the ceremony. Naqvi, seen on his phone, was reportedly engaged in tense discussions while the crowd booed and chanted “Bharat Mata ki Jai.” When Pakistan’s captain Salman Ali Agha finally came out, the

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