Pakistan-backed panel defeats Indian rivals in Asian Cricket Council elections

Pakistan-backed candidates, led by Mohsin Naqvi, achieved a significant victory over their Indian rivals in the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) elections. The ACC Annual General Meeting, where this outcome occurred, took place in Bangkok, Thailand, on August 23, 2026. India was represented at the meeting by BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla. This election result is seen as a major achievement for Mohsin Naqvi, whose panel's success has implications for the leadership and future direction of Asian cricket.