Amid heightened tensions following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Pakistani Cricketer Babar Azam’s Instagram story has gone viral, sparking widespread discussions across social media and news platforms in both India and Pakistan. The post, which criticizes the Pakistani Army and denies any involvement of cricketers in the incident, comes in the wake of India restricting access to several Pakistani Instagram accounts.
Babar Azam’s Message: “India Is My Second Home”
In the story, Babar Azam purportedly begins by expressing his affection for India, calling it his “second home” and lamenting the ban on his Instagram account in the country. “As a cricketer, I have always loved playing in India and have considered it my second home,” the post reads. He further attempts to draw a clear line between sports and politics, stating, “I want to make it absolutely clear cricketers are not involved in the Pahalgam attack.”
What sets the post apart, however, is its pointed criticism of the Pakistani establishment. The story attributes the Pahalgam attack to “dirty politics driven by the Pakistani Army,” accusing the military leadership of shielding terrorist networks while ordinary Pakistani citizens bear the consequences. “Everyone knows who truly holds power in Pakistan and who continues to protect and support terrorism,” the message claims.
Uncharacteristic Tone Raises Eyebrows
Babar Azam’s alleged story marks a significant departure from his usual public persona, as he typically avoids politically charged commentary. The post ends with a striking message aimed at the Pakistani Army: “Stop sponsoring terrorism,” followed by “Pakistan Zindabad,” suggesting a nationalistic tone with an undercurrent of dissent and reform.
However, the authenticity of Babar Azam’s post remains uncertain. Many speculate that someone may have compromised or tampered with his account. As of now, neither Babar Azam nor the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued any official statement confirming or denying the legitimacy of the viral story.
India Tightens Digital Clampdown
Meanwhile, Indian authorities have continued to clamp down on Pakistani social media accounts following the Pahalgam attack, citing concerns over the spread of misinformation and extremist propaganda. The situation remains tense, with both cricketing ties and digital diplomacy hanging in the balance.
As the story unfolds, the cricketing world watches closely not for scores and boundaries this time, but for truth and accountability in a region caught between politics, propaganda, and sport.
