By Kaif - Apr 25, 2025 12:35 PM
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The recent barbaric terror attack in Pahalgam, a beautiful tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir, in which innocent civilians lost their lives, has created a wave of grief and anger across India. Following this heartbreaking incident, there was a natural outrage in the country, which also echoed in the sports world and digital entertainment platforms. In this regard, India's leading sports and fantasy platforms have taken a strong and united step and suspended the broadcast and all forms of engagement related to Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 with immediate effect. This decision not only expresses deep condolences to the victims but also reflects India's firm resolve against cross-border terrorism.
FanCode: The official digital streaming partner of PSL in India took quick and decisive action in this hour of crisis. The platform not only immediately halted live streaming of the remaining matches of PSL 2025 but also completely removed all forms of PSL-related content from its mobile application and website. This includes elements such as detailed schedule of matches, news related to teams and players, and highlights of earlier matches. FanCode's move sends a clear message that business interests are secondary to national security and the sentiments of citizens.
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Possible11: Possible11 is a popular fantasy sports platform. We have also removed all matches of PSL 2025 from our platform after the Pahalgam attack. No fantasy leagues related to PSL are now available on Possible11 for Indian users. This action respects national sensitivities and shows solidarity against terrorism, just like other platforms.
Sony Sports Network: The broadcast rights of PSL on television were with Sony Sports Network. Given the gravity of the terror attack in Pahalgam, the network also acted promptly and cancelled all scheduled broadcasts of the PSL in India. Additionally, the studio shows conducted to analyse and discuss the PSL matches have also been postponed indefinitely. This decision by Sony Sports Network is in line with the broader national sentiment and demonstrates a strong stand against terrorism.
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Dream11: One of the most popular platforms for fantasy cricket in India, Dream11 offers cricket enthusiasts the opportunity to create their virtual teams based on live matches and participate in various competitions. However, after the Pahalgam incident, Dream11 has removed all matches related to PSL 2025 from its platform. Now Indian users cannot create their fantasy teams by selecting PSL players, nor can they participate in any competition related to this league. This move by Dream11 shows that it is not appropriate to continue such activities during a time of national mourning.
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Cricbuzz: Cricbuzz is a leading online platform in India for cricket news and updates. After this tragic incident, Cricbuzz has also refrained from providing any kind of news, analysis, or live score updates related to PSL 2025 for its Indian audience. No information related to the PSL is prominently visible on the website and app anymore. This decision by Cricbuzz ensures that foreign leagues like the PSL are not given unnecessary prominence in an atmosphere of national mourning.
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This collective move by all these major Indian platforms not only expresses deep condolences to the victims of the Pahalgam attack, but also reflects India's strong and unwavering stance on the issue of cross-border terrorism. The decision also sends a message that any kind of commercial or entertainment interests are secondary to national security and the sentiments of citizens. While this decision may disappoint some Indian cricket fans who are interested in watching international cricket talent in the PSL, it is widely seen as a symbol of national mourning and solidarity against terrorism. The incident is also a reminder of how geopolitical conditions can affect sectors such as sports and entertainment as well. How PSL will be broadcast and connected on these platforms in future will largely depend on the direction of relations between India and Pakistan and the steps taken on the issue of terrorism.
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