Champions Trophy: Controversy erupts after India flag is missing on roof of National Stadium in Karachi
A view of newly renovated National Bank Stadium, where fans watch the tri-series ODI cricket final match between Pakistan and New Zealand, in Karachi, Pakistan, Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. (AP Photo)
A video has surfaced on social media that allegedly shows the Indian Tricolour missing from the roof of the National Stadium in Karachi while flags of all other nations that will participate in the ICC Champions Trophy are present.
The clip caused some anger on social media. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly explained why the Indian flag was not seen at the National Stadium in Karachi ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. “The ICC has advised that only four flags will be hoisted on Champions Trophy 2025 match days – ICC (Event Authority), PCB (Event Host) and the two sides competing on that day. Simple,” an unnamed PCB spokesperson told multiple Indian media organisations which did not name the person.
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