India win Women’s Asia Cup but do not accept trophy
The Indian women's cricket team won the Asia Cup but refused to accept the trophy during the ceremony in Dubai. The protest was directed at ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, who is also Pakistan's interior minister, amid ongoing political tensions.
Why it matters
The incident highlights how geopolitical friction between India and Pakistan continues to impact international sporting events and diplomatic relations.
Champions India were not present at the trophy ceremony led by Pakistani Interior Minister and ACC President Naqvi.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info India beat Sri Lanka by 72 runs to win their record-extending eighth Women's Asia Cup tournament but did not receive the champions' trophy [Courtesy Asian Cricket Council] By Hafsa Adil Published On 13 Sep 2026 13 Sep 2026 The presentation ceremony for the Women’s Asia Cup cricket final in Dubai became controversial after winners India refused to accept the trophy from the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as Pakistan’s interior minister, amid ongoing political tensions between the South Asian neighbours.
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