By The much-anticipated India vs Pakistan WCL 2025 clash is facing uncertainty after several Indian cricket legends reportedly refused to participate due to Shahid Afridi’s inclusion in the Pakistan lineup. Scheduled to take place in Birmingham this Sunday, the match is part of the ongoing second edition of the World Championship of Legends a tournament featuring six iconic cricketing nations.
According to a report by TelecomAsia.net, five renowned Indian players Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan, and Harbhajan Singh have informed the organisers of their unwillingness to play against a Pakistan team that includes Afridi. The former Pakistan captain has often sparked controversy with his political comments and social media disputes with Indian cricketers, which many believe is the reason behind this decision.
Rising Tensions Around India vs Pakistan WCL 2025
This edition of the WCL comes at a sensitive time. The India vs Pakistan WCL 2025 game would mark the first face-off between the two sides since the tragic Pahalgam terror attack in April, which claimed 26 lives. In response, India carried out Operation Sindoor targeting militant bases in Pakistanescalating tensions further.
Fans from both countries expressed mixed reactions online after the fixture was announced, questioning the decision to host an India-Pakistan game amid strained relations.
Despite the boycott reports, WCL organisers have denied any official withdrawal from the players and insist the game is going ahead as planned. “All matches were scheduled with the consent of the participating teams, and the India-Pakistan game is a sell-out,” a representative said.
India Legends are the defending champions, having defeated Pakistan in the final last year. Both Shahid Afridi and the five Indian players involved were part of that edition, adding more intrigue to the current situation.
But here’s a bigger questionwhat happens if India and Pakistan end up clashing again in the semi-final or final of WCL 2025? Will the organisers change the lineup? Will star players step back again, or will tensions be put aside for the spirit of the game? These scenarios raise important questions about the tournament’s continuity and the future of Legends cricket in high-tension matchups.
As of now, cricket fans worldwide are left waiting for an official confirmation on whether the blockbuster India vs Pakistan WCL 2025 match will go ahead with its original star cast or see last-minute changes.
