Afghanistan, Oct 18 : The tragic killing of young Afghan cricketers in Pakistan has sent shockwaves across the international sporting community. According to an official statement from the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), the players were targeted by bombs while returning from a friendly match a heinous act widely condemned by cricketing legends and fans alike.
Rashid Khan expressed his grave concern over the incident on X, calling attention to the need for accountability. Many experts now argue that Pakistan, with its continued history of such acts, does not deserve a place in international sports. “Sport is a domain for the civilized and the sane. Pakistan’s political establishment has turned rogue, and this cannot be ignored,” said a sports analyst.
In response, Afghanistan withdrew from the tri-series involving Pakistan, a move widely supported by global cricketing communities. The attack on innocent young athletes has sparked calls for a collective ban on Pakistan from international sporting events. Observers stressed that while sportspeople should not be punished, the nation enabling such acts must face isolation.
The incident has raised serious questions over Pakistan’s accountability, with no official statement of remorse released so far. The global sports fraternity is urged to act in solidarity with the victims and their families, marking a clear stand against acts of terrorism targeting innocent civilians.