Bcci on India-Pakistan Match: The country is once again scorched in the fire of terror. There has been a wave of resentment across India after the death of 26 innocent tourists in the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. This anger was not limited to the general public only, now the sports world has also stood against this tragedy.
Everyone condemned from Sachin Tendulkar to Neeraj Chopra
Many veteran players including Sachin Tendulkar, Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra, who are called God of Cricket have strongly condemned this barbaric attack. Players and fans are saying in unison on social media – “Now there is no cricket from Pakistan!” Fans have demanded the BCCI that no cricket relation should be held against Pakistan at any level. BCCI has also broken the silence amidst this public.
BCCI made a big statement about India-Pakistan match
BCCI Vice President Rajiv Shukla gave a statement saying, “We are with the families of the victims and condemn this cowardly attack. As far as playing cricket from Pakistan, the Central Government will decide. We only follow the government’s instructions.” He also reiterated that the bilateral series has already been stopped by the BCCI and this situation will continue. BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia also said, “The entire cricket community is hurt by this heinous attack. We are standing with all the victims and share their pain.”
Bilateral cricket series did not take place after the 2008 Mumbai attack
There has been no bilateral cricket series between India and Pakistan since the 2008 Mumbai attack. Now the Pahalgam attack has given this relationship a more strict turn. The question is now not just sports, but of national self -respect, when there is bleeding on the border, is the match in the field appropriate?