The much-talked-about Asia Cup trophy issue was reportedly not included on the official agenda during the recent International Cricket Council (ICC) Board meetings, reliable sources confirmed on Friday.
According to insiders familiar with the proceedings, no formal discussion took place regarding the disputed trophy during the scheduled sessions of the ICC Board meetings. The topic, which has stirred debate across cricketing circles in recent weeks, was instead addressed informally by some member nations during breaks and side conversations.
Sources close to the matter revealed that while the trophy controversy was not part of the official agenda, representatives from several Asian Cricket Council (ACC) member boards expressed concerns and urged for a swift resolution.
“While the Asia Cup trophy issue wasn’t tabled for formal debate, a few board members discussed it on the sidelines,” a source said. “There was a mutual understanding that this matter should not linger much longer.”
It has been reported that ACC President Mohsin Naqvi also showed readiness to mediate and settle the matter diplomatically. “We want this issue to be resolved amicably,” Naqvi reportedly told some ICC officials in Dubai. His comments reflected a desire to prevent the dispute from escalating into a broader administrative standoff between cricket boards.
While no official committee or task force has yet been formed to investigate or resolve the matter, sources within the ICC stated that the organization had offered support in facilitating dialogue if needed. “The ICC is ready to help in bringing all parties together, should the ACC request assistance,” one insider noted.
The Asia Cup trophy dispute stems from disagreements between member boards over the custody and handover of the tournament’s silverware following the previous edition. The issue gained media attention after reports surfaced that the trophy had not been returned or formally transferred as per protocol.
Despite the informal discussions, ICC insiders stressed that the Asia Cup remains primarily an Asian Cricket Council matter and falls outside the ICC’s direct jurisdiction. “This is an internal ACC issue, and it will be handled within the regional body’s framework,” an official said.
All conversations regarding the trophy reportedly took place outside formal ICC sessions, including during coffee breaks and networking intervals, rather than during the scheduled board proceedings.
As of now, no formal statement has been issued by either the ACC or ICC, though both bodies are said to be open to dialogue in the coming weeks to bring clarity and closure to the issue.
