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India may not receive Asia Cup trophy as controversy lingers, women's event at risk
✍️ Amar Ujala
🗓 07 Sep 2026, 02:41 PM
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A dispute over the Asia Cup trophy that remained unresolved after last year’s men’s tournament could affect the upcoming women’s Asia Cup, with fears India may not be handed the prize.
The trophy dispute that followed India's triumph in the men's Asia Cup last year has not been fully settled, raising concerns that the same issue could surface in the women's edition of the tournament. Officials from the Asian Cricket Council have yet to clarify the protocol for handing over the trophy, and reports suggest that administrative disagreements are delaying the formal presentation.
Stakeholders fear that if the matter is not resolved before the women's competition begins, the Indian women's team could face a similar situation where the winning side is denied the physical trophy despite securing the title. The uncertainty has prompted calls for a clear, transparent process to avoid repeating the controversy.
The cricketing community is watching closely, as the outcome will set a precedent for future Asia Cup events. Both the men's and women's tournaments are important for the sport's growth in the region, and a swift resolution is expected to preserve the integrity of the competition.
Stakeholders fear that if the matter is not resolved before the women's competition begins, the Indian women's team could face a similar situation where the winning side is denied the physical trophy despite securing the title. The uncertainty has prompted calls for a clear, transparent process to avoid repeating the controversy.
The cricketing community is watching closely, as the outcome will set a precedent for future Asia Cup events. Both the men's and women's tournaments are important for the sport's growth in the region, and a swift resolution is expected to preserve the integrity of the competition.