IPL after Pahalgam attack No fireworks, cheerleaders.
In honor of the victims, there will be no cheerleaders present during the MI vs SRH match, and no fireworks will be set off as a mark of respect and mourning.
Hyderabad: In a heartfelt tribute to the victims of the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians and left several injured, players of Sunrisers Hyderabad Mumbai Indians to wear black armbands IPL 2025. The solemn occasion will see both teams observing a minute’s silence before the game begins, in memory of those who lost their lives in the tragic incident that has shaken the nation and drawn strong international condemnation.
A BCCI source said both teams and the board decided together that players would wear black armbands and observe a minute’s silence to honor Pahalgam attack victims.
As part of the tribute during IPL 2025, the MI vs SRH game will proceed without cheerleaders or celebratory fireworks. No cheerleaders at IPL 2025 MI vs SRH.Additionally, no fireworks will be used before or during the match,” the BCCI source added.
The deadly attack took place in Pahalgam, a renowned tourist destination in South Kashmir, where terrorists opened fire on a group of civilians. The attack, which left at least 26 people dead, has been claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the Pakistan-based terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), which is banned internationally.
The incident has reignited global outrage, with countries around the world condemning the heinous act. In response to rising concerns over cross-border terrorism, India has continued its firm stance against engaging in bilateral cricket with Pakistan. Following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, India had suspended bilateral cricketing ties, and more recently, refused to tour Pakistan for the upcoming Champions Trophy, compelling the International Cricket Council (ICC) to explore alternate venues like Dubai.
The IPL 2025 season has become a platform not just for cricket, but for solidarity and remembrance. The events during this IPL 2025 fixture aim to unite fans, players, and the global community in condemning terrorism and standing with the victims.