Asia Cup: Indian women's cricket team refuses to accept trophy from ACC head Mohsin Naqvi
India's women's cricket team clinched their eighth Asia Cup title by beating Sri Lanka by 72 runs, but the players stayed off the field and refused to accept the trophy from Asian Cricket Council head Mohsin Naqvi. The refusal marked a rare protest during the post‑tournament ceremony.
- ✓India's women's cricket team clinched their eighth Asia Cup title by beating Sri Lanka by 72 runs, but the players stayed off the field and refused to accept the trophy from Asian Cricket Council head Mohsin Naqvi.
- ✓Harmanpreet Kaur‑led India secured a decisive 72‑run victory over Sri Lanka in the final of the Women's Asia Cup, extending their record to eight titles.
- ✓The final saw India dominate Sri Lanka, with the margin of 72 runs underscoring their superiority throughout the tournament.
Harmanpreet Kaur‑led India secured a decisive 72‑run victory over Sri Lanka in the final of the Women's Asia Cup, extending their record to eight titles. Despite the win, the Indian players did not appear for the scheduled trophy presentation, declining to receive the cup from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chief Mohsin Naqvi.
The final saw India dominate Sri Lanka, with the margin of 72 runs underscoring their superiority throughout the tournament. The championship ceremony, traditionally a moment of celebration, was disrupted as the team chose to remain off the field, signalling discontent with the proceedings involving the ACC official.
India's women's side has been the most successful team in the competition's history, having won seven previous editions before this triumph. The decision to refuse the trophy has drawn attention to protocol and governance issues within Asian cricket administration, prompting discussions among stakeholders about the appropriate conduct for future events.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | SPORTS |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 13 September 2026 |