The BCCI sends a difficult message to Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack: “Will not play …”

Rajiv Shukla, vice -president of the Control Board for Cricket in India (BCCI), reinforced that India would not play bilateral cricket against Pakistan after the terrorist attack in Pahgam in Kashmir. India and Pakistan have not played a bilateral chain since 2012-13 when Pakistan traveled to India for a limited overs series. India last visited Pakistan in 2008. At one time, both teams have faced each other, which is during international competitions in Pakistan for the ODI World Cup 2023 to India. However, India refused to travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy 2025 and their matches – including matches against Pakistan and the final.

“We are with the victims and we condemn it. Whatever our government will say. We will not play with Pakistan in the bilateral chain due to the government’s standing. And we will not play with Pakistan in bilaterals who are moving forward. But when it comes to ICC event, we are also playing due to ICC engagement. ICC is also happening.

BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia also expressed his condolences on the attack.

“The cricketing community is deeply surprised and excited by the sad loss of the sad life of innocent life in a fierce terrorist attack in Pahalgam yesterday. From the BCCI, condemning the fiercely and cowardice from this frightening and cowardice, I summarize my heart in briefly and praying to my heart, which is an inflammatory.” The tragedy.

In a serious gesture of solidarity and honor, the Control Board for Cricket in India (BCCI) paid tribute to the victims of the terrorist attack in Pahgam during the Indian Premier League (IPL) match no. 41 between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Mumbai Indians (MI) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

To honor those who lost their lives, according to the media advisor by BCCI, after a formal announcement on the public address system, the 60-second silent time was seen before the game began.

This allowed both the in-stadium and broadcast audience to participate in the tribute. During the toss, the captains of both teams offered their condolences and strongly condemned the heinous act. During the match, players, match officials, commentators and assistant employees wore black armbands as a mark of honor. The commentary team accepted these gestures on the air, which shows the emotional significance of tribute and the shared sorrow of the country.

The BCCI took a conscious decision to conduct the game without pomp. There were no cheerleader performance, festive fireworks, music, or DJ activities – ensuring a dignified environment that honored the severity of the opportunity.

(With ANI input)