ICC Steps In on Asia Cup Trophy Controversy

India’s Asia Cup Triumph Turns Controversial

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially raised concerns regarding the unresolved Asia Cup 2025 trophy dispute with the International Cricket Council (ICC). The issue was discussed during the ICC Board meeting held in Dubai on Friday, alongside other major topics such as the expansion of the Women’s World Cup and cricket’s participation in the Olympics.

On September 28, 2025, India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, clinched their ninth Asia Cup title by defeating Pakistan, captained by Salman Agha, by five wickets in a thrilling final played in Dubai.

Trophy Presentation Sparks Controversy

The celebration took an unexpected turn during the trophy presentation ceremony. The Indian team reportedly declined to receive the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, who heads both the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). In response, Naqvi took the trophy with him, leaving the matter unresolved and stirring tension between the two cricketing boards.

ICC Steps In: Special Committee Formed

BCCI’s Formal Complaint

According to reliable sources, the BCCI formally presented the issue during the ICC meeting. Board members collectively acknowledged that India and Pakistan are integral to the global cricket ecosystem and emphasized the need for an amicable resolution to preserve the sport’s spirit.

Committee to Seek Resolution

In response, the ICC has established a special committee tasked with addressing the dispute and ensuring the Asia Cup trophy is rightfully handed over to India with due respect. However, since the topic was not part of the official meeting agenda, no official minutes were recorded on the matter, leaving the resolution timeline uncertain.

ICC Expands Women’s Cricket: 10 Teams for 2029 World Cup

A Step Forward for Women’s Cricket

Amid the discussions, the ICC also made a landmark decision concerning the future of women’s cricket. The 2029 Women’s ODI World Cup will now feature 10 teams, an increase from the current eight-team format.

Record-Breaking Viewership

This expansion follows the tremendous success of the recent Women’s World Cup in India, which drew nearly 300,000 spectators to stadiums and attracted a record-breaking 500 million television viewers worldwide—a milestone that highlights the sport’s growing global appeal.

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