The much-awaited India vs Pakistan semi-final at the World Championship of Legends will not happen. The match has officially been cancelled because the Indian team decided not to play against Pakistan. This decision comes after recent terrorist attacks in Pahalgam, which worsened the already tense political situation between the two countries.
Earlier in the tournament, India had already refused to play Pakistan in the group stage for the same reason, forfeiting that match. At the time, many wondered if they would take the same stand again if they faced Pakistan in the knockouts. Now, its clear, they did.
As the semi-final lineup was confirmed, the Indian team, led by Yuvraj Singh, made it clear once again: they would not play against Shahid Afridis Pakistan side under any circumstances.
India Walks Out Instead Of Facing Afridis Pakistan After Heated Comment
A video on social media shows Shahid Afridi standing helplessly on a stadium balcony as Indian players like Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, and Shikhar Dhawan walked out of the venue.
Adding to the drama, Afridi had made a controversial comment after Pakistan qualified for the semi-finals. He said, Pata nahi ab kis muh se khelga, par khelega hamare sath hi Dont know how India will show their face, but theyll have to play us.