Will Mohsin Naqvi Present the Trophy at IND vs PAK U19 Asia Cup Final?

International cricket continues to unfold alongside the domestic tours and bilateral clashes among nations. With it, the ongoing U19 Asia Cup 2025 is nearing its end with the final match set up between India and Pakistan for 21 December 2025. The tournament has delivered competitive matches, high-scoring games, and rain-affected contests, while also providing some of the most thrilling and competitive matches for the young players.

With the group stage and semi-finals completed, the competition has now reached its most anticipated moment. The IND vs PAK U19 Asia Cup final will be highly anticipated with two teams that have dominated the tournament and are now just a win away from lifting the coveted trophy.

But as the final approaches, fans are not just discussing the playing or player combination for the greatest rivalry in cricket, but are a bit curious about the post-match ceremony. A key question on all fans and spectators' minds is whether ACC president Mohsin Naqvi will present the trophy to the winners, or it will be someone else from the ACC.

Will Mohsin Naqvi Present the U19 Asia Cup Trophy?

Traditionally, the trophy at an ACC tournament is presented by the president or a senior official of the council. Based on the protocol, Mohsin Naqvi would be expected to hand over the trophy to the winners of the IND vs PAK U19 Asia Cup final.

According to a report from Pakistan's Geo News, Naqvi is expected to travel for this clash to Dubai, and is likely to be present at the post match presentation ceremony, and might be handing the trophy as well. Mohsin Naqvi U19 Asia Cup final presence will definitely create the headlines given his recent history with the Indian team.

There is also a case for any other official to hand over the trophy in case India wins to avoid any awkward moment. However, if Pakistan wins the final, there is little indication that the usual process would be followed, and Mohsin Naqvi will present the Asia Cup U19 Trophy. As of now, there is no official confirmation from the ACC regarding the IND U19 vs PAK U19 final post-match presentation, but a practical decision is expected.

What Happened in Asia Cup 2025 Final Presentation Ceremony?

The recent history and encounters of Mohsin Naqvi have raised questions and created uncertainty. During the Asia Cup, the Indian players declined to receive the trophy from the PCB president since he is also a minister in Pakistan's government.

Later, the Indian cricket team celebrated the title win with captain Suryakumar Yadav lifting an invisible trophy and the players celebrating with him. According to reports, the Indian team is yet to receive the trophy.

Meanwhile, India and Pakistan will face each other in the Under-19 Asia Cup final for the first time in 11 years, with historical anticipation and ongoing differences having added more weight to the upcoming contest. Both teams have arrived here with players who can go on to become the best cricketers in the world after a convincing campaign and semi-final wins against their opponents.

India have been undefeated throughout the group stage and qualified for the finals by an eight-wicket win over Sri Lanka. The Men in Blue finished on top of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2025 points table in their group with Pakistan finishing on the second spot.