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BIRMINGHAM: Pakistan Champions owner Kamil Khan has responded to the cancellation of the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan Champions fixture at the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025.
The much-awaited encounter between arch-rivals was officially cancelled just hours before the two teams were set to meet at Edgbaston on Sunday.
The organisers made the announcement through a statement posted on the tournament’s official social media platforms, confirming the cancellation of what was expected to be a marquee clash.
“We at WCL have always cherished and loved cricket, and our only aim has been to give fans some good, happy moments,” the statement read.
Now, on behalf of the Pakistan Champions, owner Kamil Khan has expressed his disappointment over the cancellation of the WCL marquee clash between Pak vs India legends.
“On behalf of Pakistan Champions, we express our deep disappointment over WCL’s decision to call off the match against India. This decision not only undermines the spirit of the game but has let down cricket fans across the globe,” the statement reads.
“We believe cricket should rise above and transcend political differences. Sport has the unique power to unite, and our participation in this tournament is rooted in a commitment to peace, positivity, and the genuine spirit of the game,” it added.
The owner of Pakistan Champions expressed confidence in continuing to represent the country with dignity and integrity.
“Despite this setback, we will continue with the same passion, discipline, and professionalism that define our team. We remain proud ambassadors of our country and are committed to representing Pakistan with honour and integrity.”
The Pakistan Champions owner also acknowledged the tournament’s organisers’ challenging position on the Pak vs India legends match, expressing gratitude for their efforts.
“Finally, we appreciate the difficult position the tournament organisers have been placed in during this unfortunate development and would like to extend our sincere gratitude to them for their tireless efforts in trying to resolve the situation and uphold the integrity of the tournament,” it concluded.
For the unversed, the ongoing edition marks the second installment of the WCL, following the inaugural tournament held in 2024, in which India and Pakistan competed in the final.
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