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In the wake of rising tensions between Pakistan and India, former and current cricketers have expressed their thoughts, declaring their unwavering resolve against aggression.
The statements came after India’s “cowardly” missile attack on Pakistani territory on early Wednesday, firing from across the Line of Control, according to Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR),
DG ISPR confirmed that the missiles targeted areas including Kotli, Muzaffarabad, Ahmedpur Sharqia, Bagh, and Muridke.
The Pakistan armed forces responded swiftly and successfully intercepted the threat and prevented Indian aircraft from breaching Pakistani airspace.
In retaliation, Pakistan’s military shot down five Indian aircraft and destroyed a brigade headquarters across the border, according to ISPR.
Amid the attacks, former and current Pakistan cricketers have voiced their thoughts on social media, reiterating the nation’s resolve in the face of India’s aggression.
Pakistan’s ODI captain, Mohammad Rizwan, shared a powerful message on Pakistan-India tensions.
“We have learned from Allah’s Book not to fight, but do not back down if the war is imposed on you,” he wrote in a post on X.
“Pakistan has been the victim of terrorism for a long time. Our generations grew up hearing the sounds of bullets and blasts. A nation like this cannot be defeated. Every war imposed on them makes them more united, vigilant, and strong,” Mohammad Rizwan added.
Former all-rounder Shahid Afridi also condemned reckless Indian aggression, calling it a deliberate effort to target people of Pakistan.
“Let the world bear witness. One side chose to violate the territorial sovereignty of its neighbor, launching a reckless act of aggression under the cover of darkness—deliberately targeting civilians, including women and children,” he said.
“Pakistan’s response was both measured and resolute—a reflection of military professionalism and moral responsibility in the face of unlawful, civilian-targeted aggression,” Shahid Afridi added.
Former pacer Rumman Raees also expressed his thoughts on Pakistan-India rising tensions.
“Super proud of resilient people of my Country, the Armed forces, specially the rulers of the skies, the Pakistan Air Force. The whole nation backs you for your responses and defense against the evil of tyrants. Pakistan kal, aaj, aur kal, hamesha Zindabad InshAllah,” he wrote.
Pakistan all-rounder Iftikhar Ahmed shared a heartfelt post expressing his pride in the armed forces of Pakistan.
“Salute to our courageous forces for protecting our homeland against India’s unprovoked aggression. If India has evidence, show it. Otherwise, stop the lies and provocations. We stand united, resilient, and ready,” Iftikhar wrote.
All-rounder Shoaib Malik expressed gratitude towards the people and armed forces, stating, “We are united.”
“Proud of my country – our people and our armed forces – for being united in protecting our motherland. Hum Aik Hain! Pakistan Zindabad, now and always.”
