The International Cricket Council (ICC) has come up with a final say on the Asia Cup trophy row after BCCI's complaint on the issue. Sports Tak has learnt that ICC has directed both the party to amicably resolve the issue. The top source privy to the development revealed that ICC has said that both India and Pakistan are important for world cricket and hence deal with the issue accordingly. It has also been learnt that ICC has offered to form a committee to resolve this outstanding issue.
ICC offers to resolve Asia Cup Trophy drama
Notably, Suryakumar Yadav-led Team India, who won the Asia Cup 2025 title after thrashing Pakistan in the final, are still trophy-less after Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) president Mohsin Naqvi took it away. Indian team refused to accept the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from Mohsin Naqvi's hand, who also happens to be the Asian Cricket Council president.
The attendance of Naqvi at the ICC headquarters in Dubai on Friday, November 7, had been uncertain due to his recent record of avoiding such meetings. However, Naqvi ultimately arrived, and his presence helped foster an atmosphere described as cordial and conducive to reconciliation at the key ICC Board meeting.
India Wins Asia Cup, But Controversy Ensues
India secured their ninth Asia Cup title after defeating Salman Agha's Pakistan side by five wickets at the Dubai International Stadium in the 2025 final. However, the victory was immediately overshadowed by an unusual standoff during the post-match presentation.
The Indian team made it clear after the match that they are not going to take the trophy and winners' medals from Naqvi. This refusal, which is directly linked to ongoing political and cross-border tensions between the two nations.
The atmosphere at the closing ceremony became noticeably tense when the Indian team declined to accept the trophy from ACC Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. According to eyewitness accounts, Naqvi reportedly refused to step away after the Indian team’s deliberate action. The awkward moment culminated with Naqvi and other Asian Cricket Council officials leaving the stage, taking the Asia Cup trophy with them, before the presentation could be properly completed.
In a lighthearted response to the unusual situation, the Indian players quickly pivoted to an on-field celebration with a notable sense of humor. They were widely photographed celebrating their victory by lifting imaginary trophies, awarding each other invisible medals, and even pretending to drink from coffee mugs. Photos of this unique, trophy-less celebration rapidly went viral across social media platforms.