India's Cricket Stand: No Play Against Pakistan Amid Tensions

In a bold move, India has decided not to compete against their arch-rival Pakistan in the World Championship of Legends semi-final this Thursday. This decision stems from the nation's firm stance against maintaining bilateral sporting relations with Pakistan following a horrifying terror attack in Pahalagam.

The Indian team, which features notable legends such as Shikhar Dhawan, Irfan Pathan, and Yuvraj Singh, has expressed their firm unwillingness to engage in the match after the terror attack and subsequent 'Operation Sindoor' by India. In alignment with their stance during an earlier group-stage match, India's decision underscores their firm separation of sports from diplomatic tensions.

Adding to this sentiment, EasyMyTrip, one of the league's top sponsors, declared their support for India's position. Co-founder Nishant Pitti conveyed on social media that supporting the match would equate to normalizing ties with a country linked to terrorism, stating, "Terror and cricket cannot go hand in hand." The stance highlights a growing trend where businesses align their interests with national sentiments in matters of international conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)