Watch: The absence of Indian Flags at the National Stadium in Karachi raises controversy ahead of Champions Trophy 2025
A new controversy broke out earlier Champions Trophy 2025 It is said that after the video surfaced on social media, it showed that there is no Indian flag at Karachi’s national stadium. Fans quickly pointed out the flags of other participating countries while they were on display at the venue. IndiaThe flag of the film was missing, causing extensive discussion and surprise. The exact reason behind its absence remains unknown, but speculation suggests that it may be because India has decided to play all of the Champions Trophy matches in Dubai. The incident encouraged online discussion, questioning the rationale behind the omission.
There is no Indian flag at the national stadium
Karachi Stadium is set up to host features New Zealand, South Africa, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and England Upcoming Champions Trophy. However, a video surfaced from the venue a few days before the tournament began, indicating that the flags of participating countries were prominently displayed. The footage quickly attracted attention as fans noticed that there was no Indian flag, sparking widespread debate and speculation. Many people questioned whether this was a deliberate decision. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Or just surveillance. The case added an unexpected layer of controversy to the accumulation of prestigious tournaments.
This is the video
There is no Indian flag in Karachi: Only the Indian team faced security issues in Pakistan and refused to play a Champions Trophy match in Pakistan, so the PCB plays the Indian flag from Karachi Stadium while playing other guests has been deleted. pic.twitter.com/rjm9lcwqxs
-Arsalan (@arslan1245) February 16, 2025
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India’s refusal to tour Pakistan leads to a hybrid model
Indian cricket team refused to travel Pakistan The ICC Champions trophies have made a major difference in the format of the tournament, with PCB and International Cricket Council (ICC) It uses a hybrid model. As part of the contract, India will play all matches, including the semi-finals and final, if eligible for Dubai. This decision was made after extensive negotiations between Indian Cricket Committee (BCCI)PCB, and ICC find viable solutions. With a mutual arrangement, Pakistan’s national team will also avoid matches at ICC events hosted by India in the coming years. This compromise is aimed at maintaining smooth action for the global tournament despite ongoing political tensions. The hybrid model addresses immediate concerns, but also highlights the deep-rooted challenges surrounding the cricket connection between the two countries.
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