🏆 Ravi Shastri Furious Over Delayed Asia Cup 2025 Trophy Ceremony: “Ridiculous” Scenes After India vs Pakistan Final
📰 Drama Beyond the Final Whistle
The Asia Cup 2025 Final between India and Pakistan was meant to be remembered for cricketing excellence—India clinched their ninth continental crown after a thrilling five-wicket victory. Yet, instead of celebrations, controversy stole the spotlight.
What should have been a grand trophy celebration in Dubai turned into a bizarre spectacle, as India refused to collect their winners’ medals and the Asia Cup trophy. Former Indian coach and commentator Ravi Shastri did not mince his words, calling the fiasco “ridiculous” and slamming the organizers for delaying the post-match presentation.
This blog dives into:
- 🔎 What exactly happened after the final whistle
- 🎙️ Ravi Shastri’s explosive remarks
- ⚖️ ACC vs BCCI standoff explained
- 👥 Fan reactions across social media
- 🎙️ Ravi Shastri’s Outburst: “This is Ridiculous!”
During a live panel discussion with Wasim Akram, Shastri went all guns blazing:
“The crowd is there, making noise, the atmosphere is worthy of a final, and yet we hang around for 45 minutes not knowing what’s happening. It’s ridiculous!”
Shastri’s frustration reflected not just the fans’ impatience but also a growing discontent with the Asian Cricket Council’s handling of high-stakes matches.
✅ Key Points from Shastri’s Reaction
- Called out the 45-minute delay in the presentation.
- Highlighted how the atmosphere turned awkward with fans waiting.
- Slammed poor event management by ACC.
- Suggested such incidents damage cricket’s image globally.
⚔️ The Trophy Standoff: BCCI vs ACC
📌 Why the Delay Happened
According to sources, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) instructed the Indian team not to accept the trophy from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, who also serves as the PCB Chairman.
The move was seen as a political cricket standoff between India and Pakistan at the administrative level.
🚨 ACC’s Firm Stance
- Mohsin Naqvi refused to step aside.
- The presentation ceremony started almost an hour late.
- Awards like Best Bowler (Kuldeep Yadav), Best Player (Abhishek Sharma), and Best Performer (Tilak Varma) were handed out—but the Asia Cup trophy remained untouched.
🏏 How Players Reacted on the Field
While the Indian players maintained silence publicly, sources suggested they were visibly frustrated by the awkwardness of the situation.
- Surya and Gill reportedly discussed the issue with match officials.
- Kuldeep Yadav, after receiving his award, avoided eye contact with the officials.
- Pakistani skipper Salman Ali Agha collected the runners-up cheque, but even that looked overshadowed by the drama.
👥 Fan Reactions on Social Media 🌍
No cricket controversy is complete without fans lighting up Twitter (X), Instagram, and Facebook.
🔥 Trending Hashtags:
- #AsiaCup2025
- #RaviShastri
- #TrophyDrama
- #INDvsPAKFinal
#BCCIvsACC
📢 What Fans Said
- “India won the Asia Cup but lost the trophy? What madness is this?”
- “Ravi Shastri said it right—this is ridiculous!”
- “ACC politics ruined a great final. Cricket deserves better.”
- “45 minutes for nothing? Fans deserve respect!”
📉 Impact on Cricket’s Image
The delayed trophy ceremony has raised serious questions about the professionalism of cricket bodies.
⚡ Negative Impacts:
- Fans worldwide left confused and disappointed.
- The Asia Cup brand took a hit due to poor management.
- Media headlines focused on controversy instead of cricketing brilliance.
🌍 Global Headlines:
- ESPN Cricinfo: “Asia Cup Final Overshadowed by Trophy Drama”
- BBC Sport: “India-Pakistan Rivalry Extends Beyond the Pitch”
- Geo News: “Naqvi vs BCCI: Trophy Stand-off Shocks Dubai”
🏟️ Past Trophy Controversies in Cricket
This isn’t the first time cricket has seen such controversies:
- 2010 Asia Cup – Delay in presentation due to rain in Sri Lanka.
- 2016 ICC WT20 – Trophy handover disrupted by political protests.
- 2023 Asia Cup – Accusations of bias in scheduling favoring India.
The 2025 Asia Cup Trophy delay, however, may go down as one of the most politically charged moments in cricket history.
📊 Key Takeaways
- Asia Cup 2025 Final
- Ravi Shastri furious reaction
- India vs Pakistan trophy drama
- ACC vs BCCI controversy
- Delayed trophy ceremony
- Mohsin Naqvi trophy standoff
- Cricket fans reaction on Twitter
- Asia Cup trophy handover issue
❓ FAQs About Asia Cup 2025 Trophy Controversy
1️⃣ Why did the Asia Cup 2025 trophy ceremony get delayed?
A: Because India reportedly refused to receive the trophy from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, who is also PCB Chairman.
2️⃣ What did Ravi Shastri say about the delay?
A: He called the delay “ridiculous” and slammed the ACC for poor management.
3️⃣ Did India officially collect the trophy later?
A: As of the ceremony night, India did not collect the trophy. Reports suggest it may be handed later in a private setting.
4️⃣ Who won the Asia Cup 2025 Final?
A: India defeated Pakistan by five wickets to clinch their ninth Asia Cup title.
5️⃣ How did fans react to the trophy drama?
A: Fans expressed anger and disappointment, calling the situation embarrassing for cricket.
📝 Conclusion: A Night of Mixed Emotions
The Asia Cup 2025 Final was a cricketing spectacle between India and Pakistan, but instead of celebrating the champions, the spotlight shifted to an avoidable administrative controversy.
Ravi Shastri’s fiery remarks echoed the sentiments of millions: “It’s ridiculous.”
Cricket thrives on passion, fans, and fair play—but when politics enters the field, the spirit of the game suffers. The 2025 final in Dubai will forever be remembered not only for India’s victory but also for the trophy that never got lifted.