US EditionDunk Opens up About Pak-Ind Setback
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND, JUL 20 – Six prominent Indian players withdrew from the World Championship of Legends match against Pakistan, leading to cancellation amid tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack, organizers said.
- The scheduled fixture between India Champions and Pakistan Champions at the World Championship of Legends 2025, set for Sunday, July 20 at Edgbaston, was called off after multiple Indian players withdrew from the game.
- The cancellations resulted from geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan, with the Indian team communicating their withdrawal decision to organisers on May 11 via calls and WhatsApp.
- Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi criticized India's withdrawal, urging separation of cricket and politics and emphasizing the need for players to act as ambassadors.
- Afridi acknowledged that sometimes a single problematic individual can negatively impact the whole situation, reaffirmed his support for the May 11 decision, and emphasized that cricket should remain separate from political issues.
- Organisers planned to avoid India and Pakistan meeting in the semi-finals but have yet to decide on the final, while players like Ben Dunk expressed respect for those choosing their support amid the disruption.
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The cancellation of the high-profile India vs Pakistan clash in the World Championship of Legends (WCL 2025) has triggered strong reactions from the global cricketing community. Former Australian wicket-keeper Ben Dunk voiced his disappointment over the missed opportunity for fans to witness one of the tournament’s most anticipated encounters. Match Called Off at Edgbaston The India-Pakistan showdown was scheduled to take place on Sunday at Edgb…
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