Mohsin Naqvi, chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board and president of the Asian Cricket Council, is reported to attend the Women’s Asia Cup final in Dubai. Multiple outlets say he is likely to be present at the closing ceremony as a chief guest, creating the possibility of an off-field trophy presentation dispute if India reaches the title match.
The reports point to last year’s men’s Asia Cup incident, when India declined to accept the trophy from Naqvi and Pakistan-India “no handshake” protocol followed. That earlier episode is cited as a reason the upcoming women’s final could become a flashpoint again, particularly if India and Pakistan meet in the decider. The coverage also notes that India have qualified for the semi-finals and are viewed as strong contenders.
While outlets differ mainly in emphasis—some highlight the renewed rivalry angle and ceremony stakes, others focus on tournament progression—the common thread is that Naqvi’s attendance puts the trophy presentation at the centre of attention on match day in Dubai.
