DOHA: A fresh dispute over the tournament trophy may surface during the closing ceremony of the Rising Stars Asia Cup, currently under way in Doha, Qatar.
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According to sources, Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi will attend the event as the chief guest. The final of the Rising Stars Asia Cup is scheduled for 23 November in Doha, with India’s A team expected to be one of the finalists.
Sources added that, similar to the main Asia Cup, the Rising Stars final could once again feature Pakistan Shaheens against India A. It is worth recalling that during the Asia Cup ceremony in September, the Indian team refused to receive the trophy from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, after which the trophy has remained in the ACC office. The council has since offered India the opportunity to collect it at a formal event.
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Meanwhile, Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has hailed Pakistan Shaheens’ win against India A, calling it a proud moment. Speaking about Pakistan’s performance in the Rising Stars Asia Cup, he praised the team’s bold, fearless, and unforgettable display throughout the tournament.
Separately, the PCB chairman also congratulated the national side on their clean sweep against Sri Lanka in the ODI series, saying he was proud of the players, coaches, and management for back-to-back outstanding performances. He urged fans to continue trusting these young players, noting that they are giving their all for the country.
In addition, Sindh Governor Kamran Tessori and Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah also extended their congratulations to the cricket team for their ODI series win.
A day ago, Pakistan A achieved a huge triumph. They defeated India A by 8 wickets in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025. The game was played on Sunday in Doha. This victory takes Pakistan A directly to the semi-finals. Maaz Sadaqat was the star of the match. Pakistan A opener Maaz, scored an unbeaten fifty. He made 79 not out in a very few 47 balls. The target of 137 runs that was pursued by Pakistan A was easily chased. They completed the game within 13.2 overs only.
