A viral image has sparked a wave of online humour and criticism after claiming that the Asia Cup trophy is locked inside PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi’s office in Dubai. The image, which shows a cabinet secured with a simple bicycle lock, has led netizens to flood social media with memes and sarcastic remarks, turning the situation into a trending topic across cricket circles.
India have yet to receive the Asia Cup trophy despite defeating Pakistan in the final on September 28. The controversy stems from the post-match presentation ceremony, where the Indian team refused to accept the trophy directly from Mohsin Naqvi, who serves as both the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman. Since then, speculation has swirled over the trophy’s whereabouts, until the viral image suggested it’s sitting behind a locked cabinet in Naqvi’s Dubai office.
The photo, showing the cabinet gate fastened with what appears to be a bicycle lock, immediately caught the attention of fans. Social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) were flooded with jokes and memes.
While no official confirmation has been made regarding the authenticity of the viral image, the situation has amplified ongoing tensions between cricket boards following the final. Many fans expressed frustration over the administrative confusion that has overshadowed India’s title win, while others took the lighter route, turning the bizarre scenario into a social media spectacle.
Here's how the Netizens reacted
As the memes continue to roll, one thing is certain, even without holding the physical trophy, Team India’s Asia Cup triumph remains a talking point. For now, cricket fans can only laugh and wait to see whether the much-discussed “bicycle-locked” trophy will finally make its way to India.
