The Asia Cup trophy was ultimately not awarded to champions India in the customary ceremony after they refused to accept it from Naqvi in Dubai on Sunday. As Naqvi stood ready on the stage, Indian players deliberately stayed back, refusing to approach the dais. The team management had inquired about the presenter, and once the ACC confirmed Naqvi, the champions made their position clear. Naqvi was reportedly informed that the team would not accept the trophy from him. In a final humiliating twist, an official retrieved the trophy and took it directly to the Indian dressing room.