Mohsin Naqbi skipped U19 Asia Cup trophy ceremony. [Source - AFP/BCCI/X]
Mohsin Naqvi often remains at the centre of attention whenever an Asia Cup takes place. India's refusal to collect trophies from him has become a major talking point in recent tournaments.
However, the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman and Asian Cricket Council (ACC) president was absent from the presentation ceremony as India U19 defeated Pakistan to clinch the U19 Asia Cup 2026 title in Al Amerat.
India U19 Accept Asia Cup Trophy as Mohsin Naqvi Remains Absent From Presentation Ceremony
India U19 received the U19 Asia Cup 2026 trophy from Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Saud, an Asian Cricket Council representative, after Mohsin Naqvi remained absent from the presentation ceremony following their thrilling final victory.
India clinched their ninth U19 Asia Cup title after pulling off a remarkable chase of Pakistan's 338-run target. The final went down to the last over, with the Indian youngsters holding their nerve to seal a memorable victory.
Naqvi, who serves as both ACC president and PCB chairman, was notably missing from the ceremony. His absence meant another council representative handed the trophy to the victorious India U19 team instead.
India Finally Lift Asia Cup Trophy After Previous Refusals to Accept It From Mohsin Naqvi
India's senior men's and women's teams had previously refused to collect their Asia Cup trophies from ACC president Mohsin Naqvi. Both incidents became major talking points during their respective presentation ceremonies.
However, the U19 side finally got to celebrate with the silverware after their remarkable victory over Pakistan. The youngsters deserved every bit of the celebration after pulling off a thrilling one-wicket win in the final.
Mohit Ulva was the star of the chase, remaining unbeaten on 49 off just 26 balls. He guided India home from the jaws of defeat, helping the team secure its ninth U19 Asia Cup title.














