India women’s team declines trophy after eighth Asia Cup win

India women's cricket team turned down the Asia Cup trophy during the award ceremony after clinching a record‑breaking eighth title. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur lifted the team’s spirits as players celebrated the win on the field. The trophy was offered by Mohsin Naqvi, but the Indian side walked away without accepting it. Officials noted the gesture and moved on to hand the runners‑up cheque to Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan players received the cheque along with medals and other mementoes presented by the board. The decision not to take the trophy sparked a brief pause, but the ceremony continued without further incident. The eighth Asia Cup triumph puts India ahead of all other nations in the tournament’s history. The event took place in front of a packed stadium, with fans cheering the Indian side throughout the match and the ceremony. Sri Lanka’s runner‑up status was confirmed by the distribution of the financial award and commemorative items. The officials praised both teams for their performance and sportsmanship. No official statement was released explaining why the Indian team declined the trophy, leaving the reason open to speculation.