India’s ICC Champions Trophy campaign is yet to begin, but excitement has already taken over social media. A new controversy has emerged as fans noticed ‘Pakistan’ imprinted on Team India’s official jersey. This discovery has led to heated discussions online.
Social Media Buzz Over Team India’s Jersey
On Monday, the Indian Cricket Team’s official Instagram handle unveiled headshots of key players, including Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Mohammed Shami. Dressed in their official ICC Champions Trophy jerseys, the players looked ready for battle. However, eagle-eyed fans quickly spotted ‘Pakistan’ on the outfit, triggering massive online debates.
“Why does India’s jersey have ‘Pakistan’ on it? This is unacceptable!” Fans tweeted and repeated the feelings of many.
The ICC Champions Trophy logo appears on all team jerseys, listing the host country as a standard practice. Since Pakistan is officially hosting the tournament, its name is included in the design. However, this has not gone down well with many Indian fans.
India’s Champions Trophy Schedule
Despite the controversy, Team India remains focused. Their campaign begins on February 20 against Bangladesh in Dubai. The much-anticipated clash with Pakistan is scheduled for February 23, followed by a match against New Zealand on March 2.
Due to the hybrid model of the tournament, India will play all its matches in Dubai, avoiding travel to Pakistan. The BCCI had earlier refused to send the team to Pakistan due to security concerns.
Experts Urge Fans to Focus on Cricket
Cricket experts and analysts have advised fans not to get distracted.
“This is a standard ICC practice. The host country’s name appears on every team’s jersey. Fans should focus on India’s performance instead,” said a former cricketer.
However, many supporters still demand an explanation from the BCCI and ICC. Some believe national pride should not be compromised, while others call for unity in sports.
India’s Focus Remains on Winning
Amidst the online uproar, Team India continues preparations for the tournament. The squad, led by Rohit Sharma, has been training in Dubai, fine-tuning their strategy.
With a strong lineup featuring Kohli, Gill, Pant, and Shami, India aims to dominate the tournament and bring home the trophy. Despite distractions, the players remain determined to give their best.
Final Thoughts
The ‘Pakistan’ imprint controversy has sparked debates, but Team India’s main goal remains unchanged—winning the ICC Champions Trophy. Fans now hope the focus returns to cricket as India gears up for the tournament.
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