Shikhar Dhawan Declines to Play Against Pakistan in World Championship of Legends 2025
World Championship of Legends 2025 Update
The World Championship of Legends 2025 is currently taking place in England, showcasing the talents of former cricket stars. Recently, a match between the India Champions and Pakistan Champions was called off. This decision followed the terrorist attack in Pahalgam in April, which led several Indian players, including Shikhar Dhawan, to refuse participation against Pakistan. Consequently, the organizers opted to cancel the match. Dhawan has now stated that if India faces Pakistan in the semifinals, he will not participate.
Dhawan's Viral Response
A video of Dhawan has gone viral on social media. When a reporter inquired whether he would play if India met Pakistan in the semifinals, Dhawan responded, "Brother, you are asking this question in the wrong place. Do you think I will succumb to pressure? You shouldn't be asking this question. But let me clarify, I didn't play before and I won't play now." Currently, India has played three matches in the tournament and is at the bottom of the standings, while Pakistan leads with seven points.
Team Composition and Tournament Details
Former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh is the captain of the India Champions, which includes notable players like Harbhajan Singh, Irfan Pathan, Suresh Raina, and Robin Uthappa. Shahid Afridi leads the Pakistan team, which features players such as Younis Khan, Sohail Tanvir, Wahab Riaz, and Kamran Akmal. Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn co-owns the World Championship of Legends, which commenced its second season on June 18 at Edgbaston. The semifinals are scheduled for July 31, with the final match set for August 2.
Social Media Buzz
Reporter 🗣️ - If Pakistan reaches WCL Semi Final, will India Play ?
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) July 27, 2025
Shikhar Dhawan 🗣️ - That's the wrong question, If this happens, I won't be playing against Pakistan once again.
~ What's your take on this 🤔 pic.twitter.com/bj7iz6UhY8