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J&K Police Question Cricketer and Organizer Over Palestinian Flag on Helmet

Officials describe the step as a preliminary inquiry into a privately run event unaffiliated with the state cricket body.

Overview

  • The player has been identified in multiple reports as Furqan Bhat, who wore the flag on his helmet during a Jammu and Kashmir Champions League match between JK11 and Jammu Trailblazers.
  • Jammu and Kashmir Police issued a statement confirming that the cricketer and the tournament organizer were summoned for questioning to ascertain the circumstances.
  • No First Information Report had been filed by Thursday evening, and police said verification of facts and intent is underway before any further action.
  • The Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association stated it has no connection to the privately organized league and that the matter falls outside its jurisdiction.
  • Some outlets reported a league ban on the player, which remains unconfirmed, as local political figures from the BJP publicly pressed for a thorough probe.