Indian cricketer Jasprit Bumrah has condemned the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, expressing his condolences to the victims and their families on social media. Bumrah, currently playing for the Mumbai Indians in the IPL, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts.
Disturbing news about the attack in Pahalgam. Praying for all the victims and their families. 🙏
— Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) April 23, 2025
Other Indian cricketers react
Other prominent Indian cricketers have also voiced their outrage and solidarity. Suresh Raina, a former Indian international, strongly condemned the attack on X, stating, “Today, my heart is heavy due to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. I strongly condemn this cowardly act by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists. India stands united with its brave army, Jammu-Kashmir police, and paramilitary forces in the fight against terrorism. Justice will prevail.”
A call to action
Shreevats Goswami, a former player with four IPL teams (SRH, RCB, KKR, and RR), has called upon Indian players in the IPL to wear black armbands as a mark of respect for the victims. He wrote, “Requesting all Indian players in the IPL to wear a black armband this week at least. In memory of the innocent lives lost in Kashmir. Play the game. But let the world watching know. Cricket reaches millions across borders — this small gesture can spread awareness and show solidarity.”
Requesting all Indian players in the IPL to wear a black armband this week atleast .
In memory of the innocent lives lost in Kashmir.Play the game. But let the world watching know.
Cricket reaches millions across borders — this small gesture can spread awareness and show…— Shreevats goswami (@shreevats1) April 23, 2025
The cricket community is coming together to show support for the victims and their families. The recent attack has sparked widespread condemnation, and the cricket fraternity is using its platform to raise awareness and show solidarity.
