India-Pakistan Match Cancelled After Indian Players Boycott Game; WCL Issues Apology After Backlash

In a major decision, the India vs Pakistan match in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 has been cancelled following backlash from Indian cricket legends. WCL organisers apologised for “hurting public sentiment,” stating the fixture was inspired by a recent friendly volleyball match between the two nations. Shikhar Dhawan and Suresh Raina refused to play, citing geopolitical tensions. Sponsor EaseMyTrip also distanced itself from matches involving Pakistan, affirming “Bharat First. Always.” Shiv Sena (UBT) welcomed the move, urging all institutions to follow the “no talk alongside terror” principle. WCL 2025 is sanctioned by the ECB and is being hosted across four UK venues.#indvspak #wcl2025 #cricketnews #shikhardhawan #sureshraina #notalkwithterror #sportingboycott #indiancricket #matchcancellation #toi #toibharat