The Indian women’s team secured a record-extending eighth Asia Cup title following a 72-run victory against Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. However, the squad opted not to take the trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president Mohsin Naqvi, who is also Pakistan’s Federal Interior Minister.
Ceremony Protocols and Actions
During the post-match event, BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia and vice-president Rajiv Shukla presented Nandani Sharma with a fielding medal. While Saikia congratulated the team, the Women in Blue did not turn up to receive the trophy from Naqvi. The report also notes that the Indian women’s team opted not to take the Asia Cup 2026 trophy from Asian Cricket Council president Mohsin Naqvi after winning the continental showpiece for the record-extending eighth time, following their 72-run wi.
- The decision follows the protocol established by the men’s team in 2025.
- The men’s team previously denied taking the trophy from the ACC president after their victory over Pakistan in the T20 Asia Cup final.
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