New Delhi: In wake of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam that caused 26 deaths and and injuries to several people, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians will wear black armbands during their IPL clash at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Wednesday. Additionally, the contest will also not feature cheerleaders and fireworks to mourn the victims of the ghastly terror attack.
As per a report published in news agency PTI, teams will also observe a minute’s silence to pay respects to those who lost their lives. The incident has drawn international condemnation with some of the world leaders paying tribute to the victims.
‘The players of two teams will wear black armbands and observe a minute’s silence in memory of all those who lost their lives in the terrorist attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam, a BCCI source told PTI.
‘As a mark of respect there would be no cheerleaders on the sidelines of MI vs SRH game. No crackers will be burst,’ he added.
What happened?
Terrorists opened fire on civilians at the popular tourist location in south Kashmir on Tuesday, killing at least 26 persons and injuring several others. The Resistance Front (TRF), which is a part of the banned Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror group, claimed responsibility for the attack.
Meanwhile, the Indian cricket team snapped bilateral cricket with Pakistan after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks and recently refused to tour the country for the Champions Trophy, prompting the ICC to make provisions for a neutral venue in Dubai. Sunrisers Hyderabad have been struggling this season with just 2 wins and 5 losses in 7 matches while Mumbai have performed slightly better with 4 wins and as many defeats in 8 matches.
(With PTI inputs)
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