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Pakistan Advances to WCL Final After India’s Withdrawal
Pakistan Champions have secured a spot in the final of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) following an unexpected development. The Indian team, originally scheduled to face Pakistan in the semifinals, decided to pull out of the match. This decision was made despite the game being set for Thursday at the Edgbaston Cricket Ground.
The Indian media reported that the withdrawal was linked to political tensions arising from a recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. The Indian Champions, led by Shikhar Dhawan, cited “prevailing geopolitical tensions” as the reason for their refusal to play against Pakistan. Notably, other prominent players such as Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, and Harbhajan Singh were also part of the squad.
This marks the second time in the tournament that India has chosen not to face Pakistan. Earlier in the group stage, the Indian team had withdrawn from a match against their regional rivals, which was subsequently canceled. According to the rules of the WCL, this means Pakistan now qualifies directly for the final without having to play the semifinal.
Pakistan Champions have maintained an unbeaten record throughout the tournament, demonstrating consistent strength across all aspects of the game. Their dominance in the group stage has been widely acknowledged, with fans and analysts alike recognizing their potential to make a strong run in the finals.
In response to the escalating tensions, Nishant Pitti, co-founder of tournament sponsor EaseMyTrip, also withdrew his support from the fixture. He took to social media platform X to express his stance, writing, “Some things are bigger than sport. Nation first, business later.” His statement sparked a range of reactions from the public, with some supporting his position while others criticized it as overly politicized.
The withdrawal has left many cricket fans disappointed, as the Pakistan-India clash is one of the most anticipated matches in the sporting calendar. However, Pakistan Champions remain focused on their path to the final, entering the next phase of the tournament with a strong sense of momentum.
The final will feature Pakistan Champions against the winner of the second semifinal, which is expected to add even more excitement and anticipation to the tournament’s climax. Fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the outcome, hoping for a thrilling conclusion to what has already been an exciting competition.
