The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reiterated its long-standing stance against playing bilateral cricket with Pakistan in the wake of the horrifying terror attack in Pahalgam, South Kashmir. India will continue to avoid playing bilateral matches with Pakistan, according to BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla, who cited the government’s stance and the feeling of the country after the horrific events.
A brutal terror attack on April 22 struck Pahalgam Kashmir which killed 26 innocent victims and wounded over 20 individuals. The violent incident that happened in Baisaran has caused an intense psychological shock to the nation and brought forth an abundance of sorrowful reactions from people who are demanding legal action. Shukla issued his sympathies to those left behind and declared his opposition to the violence after the devastating event.
“We are with the victims and we condemn it. Whatever our government will say Will do. We don’t play with Pakistan in bilateral series because of the government stand. And we will not play with Pakistan in bilaterals going forward. But when the it comes to ICC event we play due to ICC engagement. ICC is also aware whatever is happening they Will to it.”
Rajeev Shukla
Devajit Saikia, the secretary of the BCCI, also conveyed his sadness over the attack, saying that the cricket community was horrified and saddened by the terrible event that killed many innocent people and injured many more.
“The cricketing community is deeply shocked and anguished by the tragic loss of innocent lives in the gruesome terror attack at Pahalgam yesterday. On behalf of the BCCI, while condemning this ghastly and cowardly act with strongest possible words, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the departed souls. In sharing their pain and grief, we stand hand in hand at this hour of tragedy.”
Devajit Saikia
The BCCI has organized multiple tributes for the IPL 2025 clash between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad that will take place on April 23rd. The crowd at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium will begin the match with a nationwide one-minute silent tribute. All team members along with officials from Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad will display black armbands to demonstrate their mourning. The editorial board decided to remove both cheerleaders and fireworks alongside all other celebrational activity because it demonstrates respect for those lost in the attack.
Through social media platforms Virat Kohli led several cricketers including Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul and Shubman Gill while expressing sympathy and two former and current cricketers denounced the attack.
