India’s jersey features ‘Pakistan’ for the first time.
Positive news from the neighbourhood, as the name “Pakistan” has been printed on the Indian cricket team’s jersey for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 for the first time in history, sparking controversy among Indian fans.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently unveiled the team’s new jersey for the tournament, which prominently features the host country’s name, “Pakistan,” alongside the official tournament logo.
This has caused an confusion among Indian fans, many of whom took to social media to express their displeasure.
Images from the Indian cricket team’s official photoshoot have gone viral, featuring captain Rohit Sharma along with star players Ravindra Jadeja, Hardik Pandya, and Arshdeep Singh wearing the new kit.
However, the presence of “Pakistan” on their jerseys has grabbed the most attention.
Despite the criticism from some sections of Indian fans, the inclusion of Pakistan’s name follows ICC’s standard practice, where the host nation’s name is incorporated into official tournament branding.
