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4d ago

BCCI Ends Bilateral Cricket Ties with Pakistan Following Pahalgam Terror Attack

The Indian cricket board has condemned the attack, paid tribute to victims, and urged the ICC to separate India and Pakistan in future tournament groupings.

BCCI officials broke their silence on India's bilateral cricket relationship with Pakistan.
BCCI does not want India, Pakistan to be clubbed together in ICC tournaments
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Overview

  • The BCCI has announced it will no longer play bilateral cricket series with Pakistan, citing government directives and security concerns.
  • BCCI officials condemned the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which killed 26 civilians, and expressed solidarity with the victims' families.
  • During an IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, a moment of silence was observed, and players wore black armbands to honor the victims.
  • The BCCI has written to the ICC, requesting that India and Pakistan not be placed in the same group in future ICC tournaments.
  • Plans for the Asia Cup, scheduled for September, remain undecided as tensions between India and Pakistan affect venue and draw decisions.