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JD(U) leader KC Tyagi has strongly defended the Indian cricket team's decision not to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi. He countered Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut's criticism, calling the trophy refusal a symbol of India's national pride. Raut had accused the BJP of staging nationalist drama, pointing out that Indian players earlier shook hands with Naqvi. The controversy erupted after India's Asia Cup victory where players celebrated with imaginary trophies instead of accepting the actual one.

Key Points: KC Tyagi Backs India Asia Cup Trophy Snub Slams Sanjay Raut

  • KC Tyagi praises Indian team's symbolic trophy refusal as national pride
  • Sanjay Raut accuses BJP of nationalist drama over cricket diplomacy
  • Raut questions playing Pakistan while refusing trophy ceremony
  • Indian team celebrated Asia Cup win with imaginary trophies on stage
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KC Tyagi counters Sanjay Raut's criticism, hails Indian team's decision after winning Asia Cup

JD(U) leader KC Tyagi supports Indian team's refusal to accept Asia Cup trophy from PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, countering Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut's criticism.

"Not accepting the trophy from the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board is a symbol of India's pride and honour - KC Tyagi"

New Delhi, September 29

JD(U) leader KC Tyagi has countered Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut's remarks concerning the Asia Cup tournament and lauded the Indian team's decision not to accept the winning trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, who heads Pakistan Cricket Board and ACC.

"Sanjay Raut is also getting trapped in the same web that the Congress party weaves. Not accepting the trophy from the Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board is a symbol of India's pride and honour, I commend him," he said when asked about Raut's comments.

Raut had referred to a video he posted on X, in which he said that Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav shook hands with Pakistan Cricket Board chief Mohsin Naqvi before the tournament.

"I don't know about the BJP's fake patriots and devotees, but the actual patriots did not watch the match yesterday. You did not take the trophy from the PCB chief Naqvi, but I shared a video which shows the Indian captain shaking hands with them, having a tea and clicking pictures. Do you think the public is a fool?" Raut said in a press conference.

"Our question is, why are you playing with Pakistan? You should not insult the soldiers who martyred and the people who died in Pahalgam. You did not take the trophy, did not shake hands with their captain, but then why did you play the match? If you played, then stop this drama," he said.

Raut shared the video on X and called the post-match proceedings a "nationalist drama."

"Just 15 days ago, at the start of the series, they were shaking hands and smiling for photos with Pakistan's minister Mohsin Naqvi. And now? Full-on nationalist drama for the cameras! If patriotism was truly in your blood, you wouldn't have even stepped on the field with Pakistan. Top to bottom -- pure theatre. Public being played (with)."

India's thrilling Asia Cup victory over Pakistan took an unexpected turn when the team refused to accept the trophy from Asian Cricket Council Chairman Mohsin Naqvi. Winning the tournament, Indian players celebrated without the trophy, instead posing with imaginary trophies on stage.

- ANI

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Arjun K
Sanjay Raut makes a valid point though. If we're going to play with Pakistan, then this selective boycott drama doesn't make sense. Either play normally or don't play at all. This mixed messaging is confusing for everyone.
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Rohit P
Our boys won the Asia Cup, that's what matters most! 🏆 The trophy refusal was a symbolic gesture that resonates with every Indian who remembers the sacrifices of our soldiers. Well done Team India!
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Sarah B
As someone who follows cricket closely, I think this entire controversy is unnecessary. The players should focus on cricket, and politicians should stop using sports for their agendas. Let cricket be cricket!
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Vikram M
The team showed great character by winning without the trophy ceremony. This sends a clear message that we respect our armed forces more than any silverware. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Honestly, this seems like political posturing from both sides. The players are caught in the middle. Either have a complete sporting boycott or play normally. This selective protest creates unnecessary drama.

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