India Wins Asia Cup Amid Trophy Snub by Pakistani Officials

India won the 2025 Asia Cup T20 cricket final against Pakistan, marking their ninth Asia Cup title and their third consecutive victory over Pakistan in the tournament. However, the post-match trophy presentation was marred by political tensions, as the Indian team refused to accept the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, the Asian Cricket Council President and Pakistan's Interior Minister, due to recent cross-border hostilities and Naqvi's provocative actions. Despite the absence of a physical trophy, India celebrated their win exuberantly, with captain Suryakumar Yadav leading the team in lifting an imaginary trophy in a symbolic gesture. The trophy presentation ceremony was delayed for over an hour and a half, and the Indian team's refusal to engage with the Pakistani official extended to all three matches, including declining handshakes. Yadav expressed disappointment at being denied the chance to physically lift the trophy but emphasized that the team's real achievements were the collective efforts of players and support staff throughout the Asia Cup journey. The incident highlights enduring political tensions overshadowing sportsmanship between the two nations, yet it did not diminish India's celebratory spirit and triumph on the field.