For the first time ever, India and Pakistan are meeting in an Asia Cup final, making the clash extremely special and high-stakes.
Team India already lifted the T20 World Cup (2024) and Champions Trophy (2025) under Rohit Sharma; now Suryakumar Yadav’s side aims for a third major title.
Even if India wins, there’s uncertainty over the trophy presentation. By rule, the Asia Cup trophy is presented by the ACC president, who is currently Mohsin Naqvi, also the PCB Chairman and Pakistan’s Home Minister.
Naqvi’s past anti-India posts and critical comments against Indian players have escalated the situation, angering both fans and the BCCI.
Reports suggest BCCI is unhappy with Naqvi’s conduct and could back the players if they refuse to accept the trophy directly from him.
While India will surely receive the Asia Cup trophy if they win, the real question is who will present it and whether Suryakumar Yadav will accept it from Naqvi.