India’s thrilling five-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final should have been a night of celebration for the champions. Instead, the post-match proceedings descended into chaos as Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president and Pakistan minister Mohsin Naqvi refused to follow protocol, denying India the opportunity to receive their trophy and winners’ medals. The controversy began when India, citing Naqvi’s position as a representative of Pakistan, refused to accept the trophy from him. Officials from the ACC attempted to mediate, suggesting Emirates Cricket Board vice-chairman Khalid Al Zarooni present the awards instead, but Naqvi blocked the move. After a protracted standoff lasting nearly an hour, the trophy was quietly taken away by organisers while individual performe

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