Cricket
India finished runners-up in the Under-19 Asia Cup 2025, but it wasn’t just the loss that caught attention, what happened during the medal ceremony did
Chasing a big target against Pakistan, India were bowled out cheaply and lost the final by a huge margin, missing out on a record ninth title
Despite being present at the venue, ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi did not hand over India’s runners-up medals, making the ceremony stand out.
Instead, ICC official Mubashshir Usmani presented the medals to Indian players, away from the main podium area
This follows earlier instances where Indian teams avoided ceremonial interactions involving Naqvi, including during senior Asia Cup events
With ongoing political tensions and strict BCCI protocols, the moment showed how off-field dynamics continue to impact on-field ceremonies in India–Pakistan cricket