On a night when India and Pakistan finally engaged in a close cricketing contest befitting an Asia Cup final , the spotlight was snatched away from the on-field proceedings because of the farce that unfolded long after Rinku Singh hit the winning runs with two balls remaining.

In a tournament replete with unedifying drama, sparked by India’s refusal to shake hands with Pakistan’s players after their first meeting on September 14 in line with the government’s advice, the nadir was reached on Sunday (September 28, 2025) night as the Indian team was denied the trophy after winning the Asia Cup for a record-extending ninth time.

Once India said it will not accept the glittering prize from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who is also chief of the Pakistan Cricket Board (

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