PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi To Approach ICC Over ‘Provocative Behaviour’ By India U19 Players

New Delhi: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chief Mohsin Naqvi has prepared to complain to the ICC. The reason is the 'provocative behavior' of the players of the India U19 team. Pakistan won the title by defeating India in the Asia Cup U19 final, but after the match there were reports of tension between the two teams. PCB says that Indian players provoked the Pakistani team after the victory, which is against sportsmanship. Will this small dispute become a big issue now?

What happened in the final, and how did the controversy start?

Pakistan defeated India by 5 wickets in the final. After the match, players of both the teams came face-to-face during the trophy ceremony. According to PCB sources, some Indian players trolled the players of the Pakistani team, provoking them with gestures and jests. Pakistani players are considering it as 'unprofessional.' Mohsin Naqvi said, "This behavior is against the ICC Code of Conduct. We will send a report."

What is PCB's plan?

PCB prepared to send a letter to ICC. The letter will include video footage and statements of witnesses. Naqvi says that sportsmanship is important even at the youth level. There was already tension between the two teams – there was even a mild argument during the toss in the match. Pakistan won the match and captured the series, but this victory was surrounded by controversies.

What is India's stand?

The Indian Cricket Board (BCCI) or the U19 team has not yet given any official statement. Some reports said it was a 'normal celebration' and no deliberate provocation. But Pakistan is taking it seriously. There is already a rivalry between the two teams – Asia Cup, World Cup, and now even at the U19 level.

What will ICC do?

The ICC has taken action in such cases before—a fine or warning for provocation in finals. But this is the first major complaint at the youth level. ICC will investigate; watch the video. Will this dispute bring new tension between the two countries?

What's next?

Such controversies are not new in U19 cricket, but they quickly get highlighted in Pak-India matches. Both the boards should talk. Fans want the focus to be on the game and not to escalate controversies. In the 2026 T20 World Cup, both the teams will meet on home ground there too. Hopefully this small dispute will be resolved soon. At present, Pakistan has won the final, but the headlines are full of controversy.