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Opposition to India-Pakistan match in wake of Pahalgam attack; Aishanya Dwivedi's emotional appeal
Dubai, September 13, 2025: There is strong opposition to the Asia Cup 2025 match between India and Pakistan to be held at the Dubai International Stadium tomorrow, September 14. Aishanya Dwivedi, wife of Kanpur's Shubham Dwivedi, who was martyred in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025, has expressed strong opposition to the match. She has slammed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Indian cricketers, saying that playing the match is disrespectful to the sentiments of the families of 26 martyrs.
26 tourists, including Shubham Dwivedi, were killed in the attack in the Byseran valley of Pahalgam. The responsibility for the attack was attributed to a Pakistan-backed terrorist organization. After this incident, the Indian government launched 'Operation Sindoor', in which many terrorists were killed. However, after just three months, Aishanya has expressed her deep displeasure after the BCCI approved the match against Pakistan in the Asia Cup.
Aishanya Dwivedi's emotional appeal
Speaking to news agency ANI, Aishanya Dwivedi said, "It is wrong for the BCCI to accept the India-Pakistan match. I think the BCCI does not value the feelings of those 26 families. What are our cricketers doing? Cricketers are considered patriots, but except for one or two, no one has come forward and demanded a boycott of this match. The BCCI cannot force them to play the match at gunpoint."
She further said, "What will the revenue from this match be used for? Pakistan is a country that supports terrorism. By giving them revenue, we are preparing them for attacks again. I request the countrymen not to watch this match, turn off the TV and boycott it completely."
Nationwide Outrage Against the Match
In the wake of the Pahalgam attack, the India-Pakistan match is facing strong opposition from across the country. The hashtags #BoycottIndVsPak and #JusticeForPahalgamVictims are trending on social media. Many ex-servicemen, journalists and ordinary citizens have questioned the BCCI's decision. Protests have taken place against the BCCI in cities like Kanpur and Moradabad, and Pakistani flags have been burned. Opposition leader Sanjay Raut has called the decision 'treason' and announced a 'Sindoor Raksha Abhiyan'.
BCCI's role and compulsion
Explaining the organization of the match, BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia said that it is mandatory for India to participate in multinational tournaments. "India has to play all the scheduled matches in tournaments like the Asia Cup or the ICC World Cup, even if they involve countries with which it does not have friendly relations," Saikia said. He further said that if India boycotts this match, there is a risk of banning other sports including cricket. Although the central government has banned bilateral series, playing in multinational tournaments is mandatory.
Pahalgam attack: What happened?
On April 22, 2025, five terrorists opened indiscriminate fire on 26 Indian tourists in the Byseran valley of Pahalgam. Most of them were Hindu pilgrims, but a Christian tourist and a local Muslim man were also killed. The attack sparked a wave of grief and anger across the country. Shubham Dwivedi, who had gone to Kashmir with his family for a trip, was shot dead in front of Aishanya. The mastermind of this attack, Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Hashim Musa, was killed by the Indian Army on July 28, 2025.
Political reaction and social outrage
Political parties have also reacted strongly to the organization of this match. Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized the BCCI and the central government, saying, "The Prime Minister had said that terrorism and sports cannot go together, so what is going on? The terrorists in the Pahalgam attack have not been fully caught yet, yet this match is happening." She also raised questions about BCCI President Jay Shah.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had met Shubham's family after the Pahalgam attack and called him a martyr. However, Aishanya expressed her displeasure over a statement made by Congress leader P. Chidambaram. She said, "The Pahalgam attack is not a political issue, but a national grief over the death of 26 people. Such statements get support for Pakistan."
Role and expectations of cricketers
Aishanya has appealed to cricketers to stand up for the country. "We consider cricket as a national game, but hockey is our real national game. Still, cricketers are considered patriots. Then why didn't they come forward and oppose this match?" she asked. Some former cricketers have supported the boycott of the match, but there has been little reaction from current players.
Significance and future of the match
The match between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup is always considered a thrilling one. In the 18 matches so far, India has won 10 times, while Pakistan has won 6 times. Although both teams are ready for this match, this match has a different significance due to the political and social background. India
Dubai, September 13, 2025: There is strong opposition to the Asia Cup 2025 match between India and Pakistan to be held at the Dubai International Stadium tomorrow, September 14. Aishanya Dwivedi, wife of Kanpur's Shubham Dwivedi, who was martyred in the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on April 22, 2025, has expressed strong opposition to the match. She has slammed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Indian cricketers, saying that playing the match is disrespectful to the sentiments of the families of 26 martyrs.
26 tourists, including Shubham Dwivedi, were killed in the attack in the Byseran valley of Pahalgam. The responsibility for the attack was attributed to a Pakistan-backed terrorist organization. After this incident, the Indian government launched 'Operation Sindoor', in which many terrorists were killed. However, after just three months, Aishanya has expressed her deep displeasure after the BCCI approved the match against Pakistan in the Asia Cup.
Aishanya Dwivedi's emotional appeal
Speaking to news agency ANI, Aishanya Dwivedi said, "It is wrong for the BCCI to accept the India-Pakistan match. I think the BCCI does not value the feelings of those 26 families. What are our cricketers doing? Cricketers are considered patriots, but except for one or two, no one has come forward and demanded a boycott of this match. The BCCI cannot force them to play the match at gunpoint."
She further said, "What will the revenue from this match be used for? Pakistan is a country that supports terrorism. By giving them revenue, we are preparing them for attacks again. I request the countrymen not to watch this match, turn off the TV and boycott it completely."
Nationwide Outrage Against the Match
In the wake of the Pahalgam attack, the India-Pakistan match is facing strong opposition from across the country. The hashtags #BoycottIndVsPak and #JusticeForPahalgamVictims are trending on social media. Many ex-servicemen, journalists and ordinary citizens have questioned the BCCI's decision. Protests have taken place against the BCCI in cities like Kanpur and Moradabad, and Pakistani flags have been burned. Opposition leader Sanjay Raut has called the decision 'treason' and announced a 'Sindoor Raksha Abhiyan'.
BCCI's role and compulsion
Explaining the organization of the match, BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia said that it is mandatory for India to participate in multinational tournaments. "India has to play all the scheduled matches in tournaments like the Asia Cup or the ICC World Cup, even if they involve countries with which it does not have friendly relations," Saikia said. He further said that if India boycotts this match, there is a risk of banning other sports including cricket. Although the central government has banned bilateral series, playing in multinational tournaments is mandatory.
Pahalgam attack: What happened?
On April 22, 2025, five terrorists opened indiscriminate fire on 26 Indian tourists in the Byseran valley of Pahalgam. Most of them were Hindu pilgrims, but a Christian tourist and a local Muslim man were also killed. The attack sparked a wave of grief and anger across the country. Shubham Dwivedi, who had gone to Kashmir with his family for a trip, was shot dead in front of Aishanya. The mastermind of this attack, Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Hashim Musa, was killed by the Indian Army on July 28, 2025.
Political reaction and social outrage
Political parties have also reacted strongly to the organization of this match. Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized the BCCI and the central government, saying, "The Prime Minister had said that terrorism and sports cannot go together, so what is going on? The terrorists in the Pahalgam attack have not been fully caught yet, yet this match is happening." She also raised questions about BCCI President Jay Shah.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had met Shubham's family after the Pahalgam attack and called him a martyr. However, Aishanya expressed her displeasure over a statement made by Congress leader P. Chidambaram. She said, "The Pahalgam attack is not a political issue, but a national grief over the death of 26 people. Such statements get support for Pakistan."
Role and expectations of cricketers
Aishanya has appealed to cricketers to stand up for the country. "We consider cricket as a national game, but hockey is our real national game. Still, cricketers are considered patriots. Then why didn't they come forward and oppose this match?" she asked. Some former cricketers have supported the boycott of the match, but there has been little reaction from current players.
Significance and future of the match
The match between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup is always considered a thrilling one. In the 18 matches so far, India has won 10 times, while Pakistan has won 6 times. Although both teams are ready for this match, this match has a different significance due to the political and social background. India
26 tourists, including Shubham Dwivedi, were killed in the attack in the Byseran valley of Pahalgam. The responsibility for the attack was attributed to a Pakistan-backed terrorist organization. After this incident, the Indian government launched 'Operation Sindoor', in which many terrorists were killed. However, after just three months, Aishanya has expressed her deep displeasure after the BCCI approved the match against Pakistan in the Asia Cup.
Aishanya Dwivedi's emotional appeal
Speaking to news agency ANI, Aishanya Dwivedi said, "It is wrong for the BCCI to accept the India-Pakistan match. I think the BCCI does not value the feelings of those 26 families. What are our cricketers doing? Cricketers are considered patriots, but except for one or two, no one has come forward and demanded a boycott of this match. The BCCI cannot force them to play the match at gunpoint."
She further said, "What will the revenue from this match be used for? Pakistan is a country that supports terrorism. By giving them revenue, we are preparing them for attacks again. I request the countrymen not to watch this match, turn off the TV and boycott it completely."
Nationwide Outrage Against the Match
In the wake of the Pahalgam attack, the India-Pakistan match is facing strong opposition from across the country. The hashtags #BoycottIndVsPak and #JusticeForPahalgamVictims are trending on social media. Many ex-servicemen, journalists and ordinary citizens have questioned the BCCI's decision. Protests have taken place against the BCCI in cities like Kanpur and Moradabad, and Pakistani flags have been burned. Opposition leader Sanjay Raut has called the decision 'treason' and announced a 'Sindoor Raksha Abhiyan'.
BCCI's role and compulsion
Explaining the organization of the match, BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia said that it is mandatory for India to participate in multinational tournaments. "India has to play all the scheduled matches in tournaments like the Asia Cup or the ICC World Cup, even if they involve countries with which it does not have friendly relations," Saikia said. He further said that if India boycotts this match, there is a risk of banning other sports including cricket. Although the central government has banned bilateral series, playing in multinational tournaments is mandatory.
Pahalgam attack: What happened?
On April 22, 2025, five terrorists opened indiscriminate fire on 26 Indian tourists in the Byseran valley of Pahalgam. Most of them were Hindu pilgrims, but a Christian tourist and a local Muslim man were also killed. The attack sparked a wave of grief and anger across the country. Shubham Dwivedi, who had gone to Kashmir with his family for a trip, was shot dead in front of Aishanya. The mastermind of this attack, Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Hashim Musa, was killed by the Indian Army on July 28, 2025.
Political reaction and social outrage
Political parties have also reacted strongly to the organization of this match. Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized the BCCI and the central government, saying, "The Prime Minister had said that terrorism and sports cannot go together, so what is going on? The terrorists in the Pahalgam attack have not been fully caught yet, yet this match is happening." She also raised questions about BCCI President Jay Shah.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had met Shubham's family after the Pahalgam attack and called him a martyr. However, Aishanya expressed her displeasure over a statement made by Congress leader P. Chidambaram. She said, "The Pahalgam attack is not a political issue, but a national grief over the death of 26 people. Such statements get support for Pakistan."
Role and expectations of cricketers
Aishanya has appealed to cricketers to stand up for the country. "We consider cricket as a national game, but hockey is our real national game. Still, cricketers are considered patriots. Then why didn't they come forward and oppose this match?" she asked. Some former cricketers have supported the boycott of the match, but there has been little reaction from current players.
Significance and future of the match
The match between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup is always considered a thrilling one. In the 18 matches so far, India has won 10 times, while Pakistan has won 6 times. Although both teams are ready for this match, this match has a different significance due to the political and social background. India
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