The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday blasted Pakistani Interior Minister and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi for running away with the Asia Cup trophy and medal after India’s thrilling victory against Pakistan in the tournament final at the Dubai International Stadium.

In a dramatic twist after Rinku Singh hit the winning four in the Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai on Sunday night, India refused to accept the trophy and medals from Naqvi.

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India was reportedly ready to receive the trophy and medals from Emirates Cricket Board vice-chairman Khalid Al Zarooni and BCB’s Aminul Islam.

However, Naqvi was adamant on presenting the trophy himself but India firmly denied it in the backdrop of a recent military conflict with the Pakistan Army.

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