Pakistan Champions Demand Full Points After India Pulls Out of WCL Clash – Fresh Controversy Erupts

 Pakistan Champions Demand Full Points After India Pulls Out of WCL Clash

➔ The Controversy

A marquee India vs Pakistan showdown in the World Champions of Legends (WCL) 2025 has ignited fresh controversy. The match at Edgbaston, Birmingham, was abruptly cancelled after the India Legends squad withdrew, citing rising geopolitical tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s Operation Sindoor.

➔  Pakistan’s Firm Stand

Rather than accepting a shared point outcome, the Pakistan Champions have refused to split the points, demanding the full two points be awarded to them—claiming India “backed out” of the fixture. Pakistan’s owner, Kamil Khan, stated:

“For this game, we should receive both points as per the rules since India didn’t show up

 ➔ WCL Organisers Clarify

The WCL organisers officially informed the ECB that it was not India’s fault—the cancellation stemmed from their inability to host the match amidst broader complications. Still, Pakistan’s refusal to share the points has ignited widespread debate

➔Indian Player Withdrawals

Several prominent Indian legends—Yuvraj Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Suresh Raina, Harbhajan Singh, Irfan Pathan, and others—opted out of the clash, reinforcing a stand against participating in light of national sentiment. Dhawan publicly reaffirmed his decision, stating the importance of upholding one’s country above all else.

Team	Standings Before Match	Current Status
Pakistan Champions	3 pts (1 win)	Demand full 2 pts
India Champions	1 pt	Await resolution

 ➔ What Happens Now?

The WCL must decide:

1. Will Pakistan Champions get full 2 points?

2. Will they face India in knockouts if both teams qualify?

3. Can the tournament salvage its credibility amid rising tensions?

With both teams set to play South Africa Legends next, answers to these questions will likely surface in the coming days.