Mohsin Naqvi Sparks Controversy Saying “Now All Of India Is Running After The Trophy

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A past video featuring Mohsin Naqvi, the head of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), has become a hot topic in Pakistan. In the video clip, Naqvi is seen being called a ‘hero’ for his handling of the Asia Cup 2025 trophy issue.

The stage performer dramatically states, "Ab poora India trophy ke peeche bhag raha hai" ("Now all of India is running after the trophy"), and this has not only aroused nationalistic feelings but also led to a great deal of conversation on various social media platforms.

Mohsin Naqvi’s Trophy Comment Sparks Cross-Border Outrage


This came after a series of incidents that began with India beating Pakistan in the Asia Cup final. Indian players, led by skipper Suryakumar Yadav, declined to receive the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi at the post-match ceremony due to concerns about his dual role as a PCB official and a Pakistani minister.

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Naqvi then left the stadium with the trophy, further igniting tensions between the two countries.

The latest video has further fueled the controversy, with critics of Naqvi alleging that he was taking political mileage out of the situation. The India "chasing the trophy" remark has been roundly criticized as inflammatory and insulting.

Additionally, Naqvi's seeming amusement at the remarks has provoked anger from all corners.

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Following the incident, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) issued a written warning to Naqvi, stating that the issue could be raised at the next International Cricket Council (ICC) meeting.

The BCCI maintains that the trophy is the property of the ACC and has called for its immediate return.

As the saga unfolds, the Asia Cup 2025 trophy remains the symbol of the diplomatic and sporting rivalry between India and Pakistan. The event is a reminder of how sports can overlap with politics, bringing forth nationalistic passion and complicating global relations. 

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