Mohin Nakhvi clarifies the Asia Cup trophy handover
In a clear stand on the Asia Cup trophy, ACC chairman Mohin Nakhvi said he is prepared to personally present the trophy to the winners and that the prize could be handed over at the ACC office in Dubai. He stressed that the trophy belongs to the champions and invited the Indian cricket team to collect it if they wish to do so, underscoring his readiness to fulfill the ceremonial duties associated with an Asia Cup victory.
Speaking to reporters and through official channels, Nakhvi asserted that there has been no wrongdoing on his part. He reaffirmed his position that he has never apologized to the BCCI and would not apologize in the future. His remarks come amid a flurry of social media chatter and media reports following talks about a potential apology on X (formerly Twitter) and the handling of the trophy after India’s Asia Cup triumph.
Addressing the X controversy
Nakhvi addressed rumors that he had issued an apology to the BCCI via the X platform. He said he intended to present the trophy that day as ACC president and that he remains ready to do so. The assertion that he had apologized, or that such an apology was a condition of any trophy handover, was dismissed by him as inaccurate. He reiterated that no apology was issued and that he does not intend to offer one to the BCCI.
Rumbling reports about the UAE board
There have been media reports suggesting that, owing to pressure on the BCCI, the Asia Cup trophy might be handed to the UAE Cricket Board. Both the ACC and the UAE board have not officially confirmed this scenario. Nakhvi noted that he would welcome the Indian team to visit the ACC office to receive the trophy from him directly, should that be the preferred arrangement. Until formal statements are issued by both the ACC and the UAE board, the exact logistics remain unsettled.
What this means for the trophy’s destination
The evolving discourse around the trophy’s destination highlights the complexities of post-tournament ceremonies and governance in Asian cricket. The Asia Cup trophy, historically a symbol of the winning side’s achievement, is expected to be handed over through a formal process that complies with ACC protocols. Nakhvi’s insistence on a direct handover from the ACC office signals a preference for a transparent, official route, while also inviting the winning team to claim the prize without delay.
Implications for fans and stakeholders
For fans and national boards, these developments emphasize the importance of clear, verifiable procedures in trophy ceremonies. The absence of a confirmed official plan leaves room for speculation and social-media narratives, but it also underscores the ACC’s role in safeguarding the integrity of the event and its trophies. As India clinched the Asia Cup title, the focus remains on finalizing a public, credible handover that honors the champions and respects the tournament’s traditions.
Current status and what comes next
As of now, there has been no formal confirmation from the ACC or the UAE board about handing the trophy to any particular party beyond the claimed readiness of Nakhvi to present it at the ACC office. The next steps will likely involve coordinated communications between the ACC, the UAE board, and the winning team’s representatives to schedule a transparent trophy ceremony that aligns with cricket governance norms.
