With growing military tensions between India and Pakistan, India’s cricketing hero Virat Kohli gave a strong expression of solidarity with the Indian Armed Forces. The conflict, which has involved missile attacks, air raid warning, and increased military activity across the Line of Control, as well as in several bordering Indian cities, has resulted in massive security issues, which also affected the IPL 2025, as the tournament was postponed on Friday.
Message to the Armed Forces by Virat Kohli
On Instagram, Kohli wrote, “We stand in solidarity with, and salute our armed forces for fiercely protecting our country in these difficult times. We are forever indebted to our heroes for their unwavering bravery and heartfelt gratitude for the sacrifices they and their families make for our great nation.”
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Kohli’s tweet follows Pakistan bombarding several cities along the border, among them Jammu and Pathankot, and areas in Punjab and Rajasthan. The Indian Armed Forces, however, nullified Pakistan’s attacks with greatest possible success.
Bumrah, Suryakumar Join Kohli in Showing Support for Armed Forces
India pace leader Jasprit Bumrah and T20I skipper Suryakumar Yadav soon followed. Jasprit Bumrah posted on his X handle, “Grateful to our armed forces for their courage and bravery. We salute them and remain forever in their debt for everything that they do to keep us safe.”
Grateful to our armed forces for their courage and bravery. We salute them and remain forever in their debt for everything that they do to keep us safe ??
— Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) May 9, 2025
Suryakumar Yadav also posted on his X handle, “Massively proud of our forces and their resilience. You are the reason we stay unharmed at our homes. Big salute to your strength and determination in protecting us at borders. We thank you. Jai Hind.”
Massively proud of our forces and their resilience. You are the reason we stay unharmed, at our homes. Big salute to your strength and determination in protecting us at borders. We thank you. Jai Hind ??
— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) May 9, 2025
IPL 2025 Postponed Amid Security Concerns
The cancellation of IPL 2025, after the Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match in Dharamsala was postponed halfway on Thursday, indicates the gravity of the situation. Due to security worries, players were evacuated from the arena as air raid alarms were raised in surrounding areas such as Jammu and Pathankot.
The game, which was to determine if Punjab Kings would be the first team to qualify for the playoffs, was abandoned without any alteration in the IPL points table.
Rohit Sharma Calls for Unity and Caution Against Fake News
The BCCI continues to discuss the situation with government officials. With more than a dozen league games and the knockout rounds still pending, the suspension of the IPL has raised many questions about whether or not the rest of the matches will be rescheduled or played in a neutral venue once the security situation stabilizes.
With every passing moment, with every decision taken I feel extremely proud of our Indian Army, Indian Airforce & Indian Navy. Our warriors are standing tall for our nation’s pride. It’s important for every Indian to be responsible and refrain from spreading or believing any fake…
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) May 9, 2025
Earlier in the day, Kohli’s remarks were echoed by fellow teammate and India’s ODI captain Rohit Sharma, who also expressed pride in the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, urging the public to refrain from spreading fake news and remain united in support of the country.
