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Grieving Widow's Emotional Plea: Boycott the India-Pakistan Cricket Match – Here's Why

By Gireesh Vasishta
Grieving Widow's Emotional Plea: Boycott the India-Pakistan Cricket Match – Here's Why

Former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi and others have been criticized for their anti-India posturing, especially during sensitive times. This has reignited calls from many Indians to boycott cricketing ties with Pakistan, especially in international tournaments.

Kanpur (Khanpur): Aishanya Dwivedi, the wife of a tourist killed in the Pahalgam terror attack, has made an emotional appeal to boycott the India-Pakistan match in the Asia Cup scheduled for September 14. Her heartfelt plea has resonated widely, with several politicians and leaders echoing her call.

Aishanya Dwivedi, wife of Shubham Dwivedi, continued, "I urge people to boycott this. Do not go to watch this and do not switch on your TV for this," she told the media, her face clouded with grief and sorrow.Asia Cup: Dubai Cricket Clash; Priyanka Chaturvedi Demands Cancellation of India-Pakistan Match! Here's Why


Pakistani players remained silent on the victims of the Pahalgam attack but openly supported their army and the country's decisions following Operation Sindoor. Cricketers like Shahid Afridi and others held rallies to express anti-India sentiments. This has fueled calls to boycott India-Pakistan matches, though tickets have already been sold, making cancellation highly challenging.BULLMER Trendy Clothing Set with Shirt & Pants Co-ords for Men

However, the BCCI had previously expressed strong opposition to all Asia Cup matches being held in Pakistan. In this context, the matches have been shifted to Dubai.