Pakistan's interior minister, Mohsin Naqvi, who is a blue-eyed boy of army chief Asim Munir, did not disclose any names involved in the scam, his back-to-back sensational remarks have triggered speculation about whether a major power shake-up is coming up in Pakistan.

Munir-protege Mohsin Naqvi’s claim of unearthing huge scam triggers tremors in Pakistan’s power corridors

Addressing an economic conclave, Pakistan’s interior minister Mohsin Naqvi made it clear that the current governance structure in Pakistan had collapsed. What followed was even more intriguing. He openly advocated creation of more provinces or administrative units to improve governance.

Pakistan minister admits ‘system has collapsed’, Munir pushes for more provinces | Gravitas

Following the shift of the ICC meetings to Ahmedabad, uncertainty continues over PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s India visit despite reports that he has been invited to the IPL 2026 final.

ICC meeting to be held in Ahmedabad during IPL final; will Pakistan chief Mohsin Naqvi attend?

On Sunday, Dasun Shanaka became the latest to leave the PSL for the Rajasthan Royals after Sam Curran was injured and will miss the entire IPL 2026. Earlier, Zimbabwe’s Blessing Muzarabani opted to part ways with PSL, joining Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

IPL vs PSL: PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi promises action against players opting out

The only major positive for Pakistan in this tournament was opener Sahibzada Farhan, who broke Virat Kohli’s 2014 record for the most runs in a single T20 World Cup edition by scoring 383 runs at an average of 76.60.

‘Enough pampering’: PCB hits Pakistan stars with $18K fine after T20 World Cup 2026 flop

For Pakistan to qualify to play Super 8, the equation is simple - beat Namibia. Currently, USA's NRR is 0.788 and Pakistan are at -0.403 which means a loss will most definitely see Pakistan out of the tournament.

T20 World Cup 2026 | PCB chief Naqvi conveys BLUNT message to Pak after loss vs India

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir made a bizarre yet surprising guest appearance in PCB boss Mohsin Naqvi’s speech on a U-turn on India game boycott at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. If not for his position as a Field Marshall in the Pakistani army and considering his role in handling the country’s military operations, his mention in a speech directed at playing India in a scheduled T20 World Cup game sounds off; however, Naqvi was clear in doing so, while retaliating how he remains unfazed by any threat from India, BCCI or even ICC.


PCB's Mohsin Naqvi Bizarrely Mentions Pak Army Chief in T20 World Cup Speech

Pakistan’s T20 World Cup 2026 participation hangs in the balance after PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi met PM Shehbaz Sharif. Final decision is expected on Friday or next Monday amid boycott talks.

Pakistan does a U-turn: Team's decision to participate in T20 WC expected soon

Unlike Bangladesh, Pakistan are not scheduled to play in India and will play in Sri Lanka even if they qualify for the semifinal and the final of the T20 World Cup.

Pakistan's T20 World Cup participation hangs in balance, Mohsin Naqvi to meet PM Shehbaz Sharif

Playing at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai, India lost to Pakistan by a massive 191 runs as the Men in Green won their second title. This was also Pakistan’s first outright Asia Cup U19 title, having shared the 2013 title with India after a tie. 

Mohsin Naqvi showcases double standards, India's wait for Asia Cup trophy continues, hands over U19 trophy to Pakistan

Pakistan said on Thursday Afghan nationals carried out two deadly suicide bombings in its territory this week, amid sharpening tensions between the South Asian neighbours over militant violence.
The involvement of Afghans in the attacks - one outside a courthouse in the capital on Tuesday, the other at a military school the day earlier - was "our major, serious concern," Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi told parliament.


Pakistan: Afghans Carried Out Two Suicide Bombings

The controversy began when Team India refused to accept the trophy and medals from Naqvi during the post-match presentation after defeating Pakistan in the final of Asia Cup 2025. 

‘Matter to be taken to ICC’: BCCI issues strong warning to Mohsin Naqvi amid Asia Cup trophy row

The appointment, however, trumps the weirdness when PCB had appointed umpire Aleem Dar as one of its officials not long ago and it generated a lot of criticism. It remains to be seen how the latest move works out for both, the PCB and the players.

PCB, in a surprising move even by own standards, appoints Test captain Shaan Masood as one of the administrative officials

According to a media report, the ACC has finalised November 10 as the formal date to host the presentation ceremony where India will receive the trophy. 

Mohsin Naqvi firm on Asia Cup trophy presentation ceremony in Dubai, informs BCCI of formal date

There's a meeting scheduled next month but chances are less that a resolution would be reached. Additionally, the BCCI has decided to take up the matter in ICC meeting next month as well and it remains to be seen what the apex body does in the matter.

Where is Asia Cup 2025 trophy and when will India get it?

As per reports, Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, is set to receive an excellence award for his unwavering stance during the Asia Cup 2025 trophy controversy. After India’s team declined to accept the trophy from him—an act Naqvi called politically motivated—he chose to keep the trophy and refused to apologize. In Pakistan, his actions are being hailed as a bold assertion of national pride amid escalating tensions with India.


Pakistan: Mohsin Naqvi to be awarded for fleeing with trophy?

As per reports, Pakistan’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, is set to receive an excellence award for his unwavering stance during the Asia Cup 2025 trophy controversy. After India’s team declined to accept the trophy from him—an act Naqvi called politically motivated—he chose to keep the trophy and refused to apologize. In Pakistan, his actions are being hailed as a bold assertion of national pride amid escalating tensions with India.

Mohsin Naqvi to receive Pakistan’s top honor for Asia Cup trophy controversy

Mohsin Naqvi, chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board and president of the Asian Cricket Council, has strongly denied reports that he apologised to the BCCI. Naqvi made it clear he has never done so and never will. He added that India can collect the Asia Cup trophy directly from the ACC office.


Naqvi: Have never apologised to BCCI, nor will I ever do so

Currently, Mohsin Naqvi is heading three top posts – he is the head of the PCB as well as the Interior Minister in Shehbaz Sharif's government. 

Crisis continues in Pakistan cricket, former captain Shahid Afridi urges Mohsin Naqvi to step down from PCB role

The BCCI has informed the ACC chair that it will raise a strong objection with the ICC in the upcoming November meeting. The Indian representatives also asked Naqvi to get the trophy to the ACC office so India could collect it but the ACC chair kept 'kept passing the buck.'

Asia Cup: Trophy fiasco continues as ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi refuses BCCI demand to give silverware to India - Report

Mohsin Naqvi will be present at the final, and as ACC head, he is expected to take part in the trophy presentation ceremony. This has led to questions about how the Indian team will respond if they win the final. 

Asia Cup 2025 Final: Will India accept trophy from Pakistan’s Mohsin Naqvi if they win?

The eight participating teams in the 2025 Men's Asia Cup include India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, the UAE, Hong Kong and Oman.

2025 Asia Cup: ACC president Mohsin Naqvi confirms dates, venue; no word on India-Pakistan in same group rumour

Adverse weather conditions and disease scare forces ACC to postpone Women’s Emerging Asia Cup: Naqvi

Cricket, Sports: The Pakistan Women's cricket team won all five games, beating the more formidable West Indies and Bangladesh on their way to the qualification

Pakistan Women’s team favours Dubai as neutral venue for 2025 ODI World Cup

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Munir-protege Mohsin Naqvi’s claim of unearthing huge scam triggers tremors in Pakistan’s power corridors

Pakistan minister admits ‘system has collapsed’, Munir pushes for more provinces

ICC meeting in Ahmedabad during IPL final; will Mohsin Naqvi attend?

IPL vs PSL: PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi promises action against players opting out

‘Enough pampering’: PCB hits Pakistan stars with $18K fine after T20 WC 26 flop

T20 WC 2026 | PCB chief Naqvi conveys BLUNT message to Pak after loss vs India

PCB's Mohsin Naqvi Bizarrely Mentions Pak Army Chief in T20 World Cup Speech

Pakistan does a U-turn: Team's decision to participate in T20 WC expected soon

Pakistan's T20 World Cup participation hangs in balance, Naqvi to meet PM Sharif

Naqvi showcases double standards, hands over U19 Asia Cup trophy to Pakistan

Pakistan: Afghans Carried Out Two Suicide Bombings

BCCI issues strong warning to Mohsin Naqvi amid Asia Cup trophy row

PCB surpasses itself & appoints Test captain Masood as one of its officials

Mohsin Naqvi firm on Asia Cup trophy presentation ceremony in Dubai, informs BCCI of formal date

Where is Asia Cup 2025 trophy and when will India get it?

Pakistan: Mohsin Naqvi to be awarded for fleeing with trophy?

Mohsin Naqvi to receive Pakistan’s top honor for Asia Cup trophy controversy

Naqvi: Have never apologised to BCCI, nor will I ever do so

Shahid Afridi urges Mohsin Naqvi to step down from PCB chairman's role

Asia Cup: Trophy drama still on as ACC chair refuses to give silverware to India

Asia Cup 2025 Final: Will India accept trophy from ACC chief Naqvi if they win?

2025 Asia Cup dates and venue confirmed; ACC president mum on IND-PAK schedule

Adverse weather conditions and disease scare forces ACC to postpone Women’s Emerging Asia Cup: Naqvi

Pakistan Women’s team favours Dubai as neutral venue for 2025 ODI World Cup