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India's Asia Cup 2025 triumph was overshadowed by extraordinary post-match scenes as captain Suryakumar Yadav alleged ACC chief Mohsin Naqvi ran away with the trophy. The Indian team collectively refused to accept it from Naqvi, who is also PCB chairman, leading to a chaotic presentation. BCCI confirmed it would file a formal complaint against Naqvi's actions.

Amidst Asia Cup 2025 controversies, an exasperated Pakistani fan has humorously requested India to boycott their next match. This plea followed Pakistan's defeat against India, hoping it would improve their chances of reaching the final. The match also saw India skipping the customary handshake, a decision defended by captain Suryakumar Yadav, dedicating the win to the armed forces.

Suresh Raina ignited controversy by claiming Indian cricketers were “forced” by the BCCI to participate in the Asia Cup 2025, despite their reluctance. This revelation follows India's victory over Pakistan, marred by a 'handshake-gate' incident where the Indian team declined post-match handshakes, citing solidarity with victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.

India's decisive victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup was overshadowed by a diplomatic standoff. The Indian team's refusal to shake hands, citing solidarity with victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, led to Pakistan's captain boycotting the post-match ceremony. This incident has amplified political tensions, highlighting the limitations of cricket in bridging divides between the two nations.

Suryakumar Yadav's playful banter with Sanju Samson during Team India's Asia Cup 2025 practice in Dubai injected humor into the camp. Samson, vying for an opening spot, received strong fan support, while the team intensely trained for the tournament. The BCCI unveiled the official jersey, emphasising the team's determination to defend their title as Asian champions.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has appealed to the BCCI to allocate more IPL teams to the state, emphasising its large population and improving sports infrastructure. Speaking at the UPT20 League closing ceremony, he argued that UP, with its 25 crore population, deserves at least four IPL teams.

Shreyas Iyer will captain the 15-member India A squad against Australia A in Lucknow, with Dhruv Jurel as vice-captain. The series starts September 16. KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj will join the squad for the second match beginning September 23.

With the introduction of the 'Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025', the BCCI faces potential revenue impacts due to key sponsorships from gaming companies like Dream11 and My11Circle. The board has affirmed its commitment to adhering to the new regulations, ready to re-evaluate sponsorships based on the law's stipulations.