The Asia Cup trophy controversy could be back as early as next Sunday (Sep 13), as PCB chairman and ACC president Mohsin Naqvi will be in attendance for the women’s final in Dubai, with the Indian team favourite to enter the title clash. &nbsp;During the 2025 edition in Dubai, after India beat Pakistan in the final, Naqvi walked away with the Asia Cup trophy. He denied handing it over to the winning captain, Suryakumar Yadav, against the backdrop of Indian players refusing to shake hands with the Men in Green. With the BCCI maintaining the no-handshake stance with the Pakistani players, as also carried out by Harmanpreet Kaur’s women’s team in their group stage face-off, Naqvi could find himself in a similar position should India reach the summit clash and win it.&nbsp;Also read| <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wahab-riaz-pakistan-best-team-womens-asia-cup-55-all-out-1788684197776">All out for 55 vs India, coach Wahab Riaz bizarrely claims Pakistan as ‘Best Team in Asia Cup’</a> &nbsp;Although Naqvi’s decision to walk away with the Asia Cup trophy last year created quite a stir, it remains to be seen what happens on the podium should the Indian women’s team win the final. Not only that, but whether to accept the trophy from Naqvi will ultimately rest with Harmanpreet Kaur and the team management. &nbsp;The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI), however, has remained silent on what will happen if a similar situation unfolds again. &nbsp;The Indian women’s team is head and shoulders above the rest, having already qualified for the final without losing a game. After crushing Thailand and Hong Kong in one-sided affairs in their first two matches, India reduced Pakistan to their lowest T20I total (55) in the marquee face-off in Dubai on Saturday (Sep 5). &nbsp;Electing to bat first after winning the toss, Pakistan were 27 for no loss at one stage, and strangely were all out for 55, losing all 10 wickets for 28 runs. The spin quartet of N Shree Charani (3 for 7), Prema Rawat (3 for 9), Deepti Sharma (2 for 5) and Shafali (1 for 10) triggered Pakistan’s collapse, as they set India a modest target of 56. &nbsp;Although India expectedly crossed the winning line, they lost three wickets on their way, with Pakistan captain Fatima Sana accounting for three dismissals. Her send-off to Indian opener Shafali Verma, however, led her into trouble as the <a href="Pakistan women’s captain Fatima Sana penalised for Shafali Verma send-off">ICC penalised her by deducting 10 per cent of her match fee</a> and handing her a demerit point, her second in 24 months. &nbsp;Should Pakistan beat Hong Kong in their final group game in Dubai on Monday, they will qualify for the semifinals. India and Pakistan could meet again in the final this year if they win their respective last four matches.&nbsp;

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi is set to attend the Women’s Asia Cup final in Dubai, raising questions over the trophy presentation if favourites India reach and win the summit clash.

The Asia Cup trophy controversy could be back as early as next Sunday (Sep 13), as PCB chairman and ACC president Mohsin Naqvi will be in attendance for the women’s final in Dubai, with the Indian team favourite to enter the title clash. During the 2025 edition in Dubai, after India beat Pakistan in the final, Naqvi walked away with the Asia Cup trophy. He denied handing it over to the winning captain, Suryakumar Yadav, against the backdrop of Indian players refusing to shake hands with the Men in Green. With the BCCI maintaining the no-handshake stance with the Pakistani players, as also carried out by Harmanpreet Kaur’s women’s team in their group stage face-off, Naqvi could find himself in a similar position should India reach the summit clash and win it. Also read| All out for 55 vs India, coach Wahab Riaz bizarrely claims Pakistan as ‘Best Team in Asia Cup’ Although Naqvi’s decision to walk away with the Asia Cup trophy last year created quite a stir, it remains to be seen what happens on the podium should the Indian women’s team win the final. Not only that, but whether to accept the trophy from Naqvi will ultimately rest with Harmanpreet Kaur and the team management. The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI), however, has remained silent on what will happen if a similar situation unfolds again. The Indian women’s team is head and shoulders above the rest, having already qualified for the final without losing a game. After crushing Thailand and Hong Kong in one-sided affairs in their first two matches, India reduced Pakistan to their lowest T20I total (55) in the marquee face-off in Dubai on Saturday (Sep 5). Electing to bat first after winning the toss, Pakistan were 27 for no loss at one stage, and strangely were all out for 55, losing all 10 wickets for 28 runs. The spin quartet of N Shree Charani (3 for 7), Prema Rawat (3 for 9), Deepti Sharma (2 for 5) and Shafali (1 for 10) triggered Pakistan’s collapse, as they set India a modest target of 56. Although India expectedly crossed the winning line, they lost three wickets on their way, with Pakistan captain Fatima Sana accounting for three dismissals. Her send-off to Indian opener Shafali Verma, however, led her into trouble as the ICC penalised her by deducting 10 per cent of her match fee and handing her a demerit point, her second in 24 months. Should Pakistan beat Hong Kong in their final group game in Dubai on Monday, they will qualify for the semifinals. India and Pakistan could meet again in the final this year if they win their respective last four matches.

PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi is set to attend the Women’s Asia Cup final in Dubai, raising questions over the trophy presentation if favourites India reach and win the summit clash.

ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi set to attend Women's Asia Cup Final as India favourites for title

The Indian women’s team crushed arch-rivals Pakistan by seven wickets in their marquee Asia Cup match on Saturday evening in Dubai. The Women in Blue extended their winning streak to three matches, having already punched their semifinal ticket. Chasing a modest target of 55, India stumbled early as Pakistani captain Fatima Sana took three quick wickets. However, Harmanpreet Kaur (18*) and veteran all-rounder Deepti Sharma (12*) achieved the target, as India outclassed Pakistan to stamp their authority. The two teams did not shake hands even before or after the match.<h2>WATCH INDIA'S WINNING MOMENT -</h2>

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After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Pakistan got off to a flyer, scoring 27 runs inside the first five overs. Shafali Verma broke the opening stand by keeper-batter Muneeba Ali, bowled on 13. Unfortunately for Pakistan, the first wicket triggered a horror batting collapse as Pakistan lost all 10 wickets for the next 28 runs, registering their lowest T20I total of 55 all out in 18.1 overs. &nbsp;Superb bowling from the spin trio of Shree Charani, Prema Rawat and Deepti Sharma crushed any hope of Pakistan putting on a fighting total against their counterparts. While Charani and Rawat returned with three wickets each, Deepti picked up two, with Eyman Fatima getting out run out to complete 10 wickets.&nbsp; &nbsp;Shocked by the team’s batting performance, Pakistani captain Fatima Sana, who returned with three wickets during India’s chase, said, “We had a collapse in the batting and struggled throughout the whole innings.” &nbsp;“We know that (it was a) fresh wicket (on batting first), and we just wanted to put up the maximum total. We know we have a good bowling side,” she said. &nbsp;On her three-wicket spell at the top, Sana said, “But still, we lost the match; it doesn’t matter. We needed a win, so it doesn't matter.”&nbsp;WATCH FATIMA SANA's 3-WICKET HAUL -

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Charani, who won the player of the match award, said, “It’s a great, great feeling to contribute to my team. I just wanted to bowl to my strength and according to the field.&nbsp; &nbsp;“I just try to give more reps on the ball, so that helps me every time. I think (it’s) normal, like every day (on completing 50 T20I wickets). But it will be special, but yeah, I need to continue more and want to do more for my country.” &nbsp;India lost attacking opener Shafali Verma for 12 inside the first over, before Sana accounted for Pratika Rawal (4) and star opener Smriti Mandhana (9) in her second over to reduce India to 29/3 in four overs. Captain Harmanpreet and Deepti closed the run chase as India crushed Pakistan by seven wickets to top Group A.&nbsp; &nbsp;"Very important game for us, and really happy with the way the entire team performed today, because we talk about being ruthless, and I'm really happy with the way we performed," Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur reflected on the win.&nbsp; &nbsp;"All the bowlers, they were outstanding. They are sticking to their plans and bowling according to their plans, and reading the pitch really well. I think that is the key: understanding the pitch and then executing your plans accordingly," she lauded her bowlers.

India Women crushed Pakistan by 7 wickets in Dubai to extend their Women's Asia Cup winning streak. Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma sealed the 55-run chase amid the ongoing no-handshake stance. 

The Indian women’s team crushed arch-rivals Pakistan by seven wickets in their marquee Asia Cup match on Saturday evening in Dubai. The Women in Blue extended their winning streak to three matches, having already punched their semifinal ticket. Chasing a modest target of 55, India stumbled early as Pakistani captain Fatima Sana took three quick wickets. However, Harmanpreet Kaur (18*) and veteran all-rounder Deepti Sharma (12*) achieved the target, as India outclassed Pakistan to stamp their authority. The two teams did not shake hands even before or after the match. WATCH INDIA'S WINNING MOMENT -

India Women crushed Pakistan by 7 wickets in Dubai to extend their Women's Asia Cup winning streak. Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma sealed the 55-run chase amid the ongoing no-handshake stance.&nbsp;

Women’s Asia Cup: India crush Pakistan by 7 wickets as no-handshake stance continues

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