In a significant move in the lead-up to the final leg of IPL 2025, Delhi Capitals are set to give KL Rahul a promotion to the opening slot as they prepare for their remaining three league matches. With playoff qualification on the line, the Capitals are looking to experience to firm up the ship.

Rahul, employed mostly in a No. 4 role throughout the season, is now set to take up opening responsibilities, something he's done only once in ten games this year. While he has cobbled together decent contributions in the middle-order role that was given to him early on in the season, the Delhi Capitals think tank is looking to his serene presence and powerplay skills to bring stability to a creaky top order.

The decision follows a series of changes brought about by Jake Fraser-McGurk's unreliable form and the unavailability of Faf du Plessis due to injury. Delhi has lacked rhythm in the recent matches, and the defeat to Mumbai Indians at home appears to have thrown their campaign off track after an impressive start.

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Playoff Race Heats Up as Delhi Capitals Rely on KL Rahul and Bowling Depth

Currently placed fifth with 13 points from 11 games, Delhi Capitals must win two of the last three matches to stay in strong contention for a playoff berth. Next week's matches against Gujarat Titans, Mumbai Indians, and Punjab Kings will be deciders, and the management feels that playing Rahul with the new ball may correct their batting issues. On the bowling front, the absence of Mitchell Starc, who won’t be returning for the remainder of the tournament, adds further pressure. The likes of Mustafizur Rahman, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar, and Mohit Sharma will need to step up, especially at the death, to support a batting unit in transition.

DC’s remaining games will see them play Gujarat at home, travel to Mumbai for a tough away tie, and end their league phase in Jaipur against Punjab Kings. With seven teams still mathematically in the race, every point is crucial. As Delhi seeks momentum at a critical juncture, KL Rahul’s shift to the top could be the strategic boost they’ve been missing.

Delhi Capitals announced that vice-captain Faf du Plessis and South African batter Tristan Stubbs will return to the team following the mid-season hiatus for IPL 2025. The team, which is co-owned by GMR and JSW, announced du Plessis and Stubbs' return on Saturday, which was just in time for their match on Sunday against Gujarat Titans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Their return is a much-needed boost for Delhi and will add significant depth to the squad with their championship experience and big hitting, since the team is currently in fifth place with 13 points from 11 matches and is in a tightly contested race to make the playoffs. Thus far in the tournament, DC has known all too well that they can not afford many more losses in their remaining three matches.

In the official release from the franchise, it was stated that they also suffered some setbacks as they will not have Mitchell Starc and Donovan Ferreira for the remainder of the tournament, and they acknowledge that they "completely respect their decision and wish them all the best and every success for the future."

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Fraser-McGurk's Departure, Mustafizur's Return

Joining the mid-season departures, Jake Fraser-McGurk, one of the top performers of IPL 2024, will not be returning to India because of personal issues. Fraser-McGurk had won fans' hearts with scorching knocks, including a record-breaking 15-ball half-century, and his absence will surely be felt.

In support of the bowling unit in reply, Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman has been acquired as a replacement. Having played for Delhi Capitals in 2022 and 2023, Mustafizur offers familiarity as well as experience in swing bowling. In 57 matches in the IPL, he has claimed 61 wickets at an economy of 8.14, with 8 wickets in 8 matches in IPL 2022.

With the game on and team switchovers confirmed, Delhi Capitals are readying for a pivotal battle for a playoff spot in what could be a thrilling conclusion to IPL 2025.

Delhi Capitals' ace pacer Mitchell Starc was in a tricky situation recently at the Delhi airport, as a video that depicted him furious with an overzealous fan surfaced on social media. In the video, Starc is seen along with his wife and Australian women's team captain Alyssa Healy, clearly irked while loading his bags onto a trolley. When a fan attempted to tape him, Starc firmly asked the individual to "go away," pointing out the frequently overlooked stress and loss of privacy on the part of athletes even in private moments.

Starc was among a number of foreign players to depart India following the suspension of IPL 2025 owing to escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border. Even though the tournament will resume on May 17, the new schedule has conflicted with international engagements — particularly the World Test Championship (WTC) final between Australia and South Africa, as well as England's tour of the West Indies.

Some Indians are so cringe. Who allows these unprofessional vloggers to be at Delhi Airport?
Sorry Mitchell Starc from his side 😭🙏🏻#DelhiCapitals #IPL2025 pic.twitter.com/RBtii0AQvP

— Niharika Fraser Stubbs (@McGurk_Tristan) May 15, 2025

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Starc Expected to Miss the Rest of IPL 2025

In a report by The Sydney Morning Herald, Starc has already told the Delhi Capitals management that he will not be returning for the rest of IPL 2025. His reason is said to be linked to the forthcoming WTC final and preparation obligations with the Australian Test team.

Given that he is not available, Delhi Capitals have announced Bangladesh seamer Mustafizur Rahman as cover — even if it is for compatriot Jake Fraser-McGurk, who too had opted out of the second half of the tournament.

Delhi Capitals, now under the captaincy of Axar Patel, are fifth on the IPL 2025 points table with 13 points and three matches remaining. After a good beginning to the season — winning five of their opening six games — a mid-season dip has left their playoff chances hanging by a thread. The Capitals now have a must-win situation in all their remaining matches to qualify for the top four.

The Delhi Capitals' (DC)  IPL 2025 campaign could be heading for serious turbulence. At least three of their six available overseas players are unlikely to return for the remainder of the tournament, with Australian sensation Jake Fraser-M cGurkofficially opting out.

Fraser-McGurk, who lit up the first half of the IPL with explosive batting performances, has told the franchise that he will not be returning to India. The update came after DC contacted all their overseas players on May 13 to check availability from May 17 onwards.

🚨 JUST IN: Mustafizur Rahman has been named as a temporary replacement for Jake Fraser-McGurk for the remainder of IPL 2025

He joins DC for INR 6 crore #IPL2025 #mustafizurrahman #IPL #delhicapitals pic.twitter.com/QepuHA46mE

— Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) May 14, 2025

According to a report from ESPNcricinfo, the young opener has decided to stay back in Australia following the disturbing events that occurred in Dharamshala earlier this month. While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) held discussions with Cricket Australia (CA) in an attempt to facilitate the return of Australian players, the emotional impact appears to have outweighed cricketing commitments.

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DC face uncertainty as key foreign players may miss rest of IPL 2025

Mitchell Starc, another big-ticket Australian name, is also reportedly reluctant to rejoin his IPL franchise. While he hasn’t officially pulled out, sources suggest he is "highly unlikely" to return. Starc’s wife and Australian women’s team captain Alyssa Healy recently detailed the harrowing experiences in Dharamshala, providing insight into why some players are choosing not to return.

Meanwhile, South African batter Tristan Stubbs may also leave the IPL early. With the World Test Championship (WTC) Final scheduled for early June, Cricket South Africa (CSA) could recall Stubbs by May 26, in accordance with the original No Objection Certificate (NOC) terms.

There’s still some hope for DC, as veteran Faf du Plessis, who is not bound by any NOC constraints due to his international retirement, might make a return. However, he hasn’t provided a final word yet.

Among the remaining overseas players, Donovan Ferreira, Dushmantha Chameera, and Afghanistan’s Sediqullah Atal are expected to rejoin the squad and be available for selection.

With playoff hopes on the line, DC will need quick clarityand possibly reinforcements if they are to stay competitive in the business end of the tournament.

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is to resume on May 17, 2025, when Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will play against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Bengaluru, after a week of suspension following heightening tensions between India and Pakistan. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the tournament on 9 May due to air raid warnings during a Punjab Kings (PBKS) against Delhi Capitals (DC) game in Dharamsala as a precaution for player safety in light of geopolitical tensions. A May 10 announced ceasefire paved the way for the return of the league, but the new schedule is now in jeopardy with a number of overseas players set to miss the rest of the season because of international obligations such as the World Test Championship (WTC) final, bilateral series, and travel bans.

As the IPL resumes, the franchises are preparing for the loss of major overseas players, affecting their plans for the coming matches and playoffs, ending with the final on June 3, 2025. The loss of these players, due to commitments such as the WTC final between Australia and South Africa, England's ODI series against the West Indies, and Australia's tour of Sri Lanka, will challenge the depth of IPL franchises. Below is a breakdown of each team’s current standing, remaining matches, and the overseas players they’re likely to miss.

Gujarat Titans (GT): Standing at the 1st position on the table with 16 points from 11 games, GT now has 3 games remaining. England's ODIs against the West Indies and WTC preparation for South African players are expected to keep Jos Buttler, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, and Gerald Coetzee out.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Sitting 2nd with 16 points from 11 matches, RCB has 3 matches remaining. Josh Hazlewood and Lockie Ferguson are likely to miss due to WTC final preparations, while Phil Salt, Reece Topley, and Liam Livingstone will be absent due to England’s ODI series against the West Indies.

Punjab Kings (PBKS): 3rd with 15 points from 11 games, PBKS has 3 games to go. Jonny Bairstow, Chris Woakes, and Ben Stokes are likely to be absent due to WTC preparation and travel restrictions resulting from the previous geopolitical tensions.

Mumbai Indians (MI): Sitting at 4th position with 14 points from 12 games, MI has 2 games remaining. Gerald Coetzee and Anrich Nortje are expected to miss as they prepare for the WTC final with South Africa.

Delhi Capitals (DC): 5th with 13 points after 11 matches, DC have 3 games remaining. Mitchell Starc and Lorcan Tucker will probably miss it due to preparations for the WTC and Australia's return from Sri Lanka, and Tucker's participation remains uncertain.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): Standing at 6th position with 11 points from 12 games, KKR has 2 games remaining. Anrich Nortje will probably miss it because of WTC final preparations with South Africa.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH): Standing at 8th position with 7 points from 11 games, SRH has 3 games remaining. Pat Cummins and Travis Head will probably miss it 55 because of WTC final preparations with Australia.

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Overseas Players Missing IPL 2025

In a severe blow to Delhi Capitals (DC), news comes that star Australian pacer Mitchell Starc does not seem set to return to the rest of the IPL 2025 season. The left-arm pacer returned to Australia with Alyssa Healy when the league had to be shut down temporarily over security issues. Though the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) looks ahead to a likely resumption by May 16 or 17, Starc's return remains uncertain.

Starc, who was procured by DC for ₹11.75 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction following his release by the Kolkata Knight Riders, has been a key performer in the tournament this season. He has played all 12 games and grabbed 14 wickets with his contributions proving crucial to the bowling attack of DC. His unavailability would be a deep blow to the franchise's chances of the playoffs, particularly with the uncertainty about the availability of other Australian players.

Australian media sources indicated that Starc arrived in Sydney last Sunday but made no public remarks. According to his manager, political tensions may be behind the fast bowler's possible choice to miss the remainder of the IPL. The DC-Punjab Kings match was recently abandoned following security warnings in Dharamsala, prompting concerns among a number of overseas players.

🚨𝑹𝑬𝑷𝑶𝑹𝑻𝑺🚨

Delhi Capitals’ star pacer Mitchell Starc is unlikely to return to India for the remainder of IPL 2025! 🇦🇺👀🏏#IPL2025 #MitchellStarc #DelhiCapitals #Sportskeeda pic.twitter.com/VxM3Sr0K5A

— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) May 11, 2025

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Concerns About Australian Stars Clouds IPL Return

Complicating matters, it has been reported that the other best players in Australian cricket, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Travis Head, are yet to confirm their availability to return after the Test series. They will first take part in a pre-World Test Championship camp in the UK, before playing South Africa at Lord's, and then play a Test tour to the West Indies. The packed international cricket calendar may also dissuade audience players from finishing the IPL.

Former Australian skipper Mark Taylor expressed concern over the possibility of abandoning the IPL play-offs, "We’re talking about livelihoods, mental health, and safety—they are more important than money.” Meanwhile the BCCI are trying to re-locate the remaining games to southern cities such as Chennai or Bengaluru, where there is a better chance of playing in a safe environment. We are still waiting for final approval from the government, so until then we are unaware of the future of IPL 2025—especially when it comes to international stars like Starc.

Rain returned to ruin the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 again, causing a postponement of the toss in the big-ticket game between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) on Thursday at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.

The last IPL match to be held in Dharamsala was under threat due to rain as light drizzle kept the pitch covered, causing a postponement. The IPL confirmed the disruption through X, saying, "Toss in Match 58 between @PunjabKingsIPL and @DelhiCapitals in Dharamshala delayed due to rain." Disrupted training sessions and chronic weather issues have marred what was supposed to be the venue's goodbye for the season. Originally scheduled as PBKS's last home match, the next game against Mumbai Indians (MI) has now been relocated to Ahmedabad because of regional tensions.

The 2025 season itself has already seen major rain interruption, with not one but two complete washouts. Thursday's postponement compounds increasing frustration on the part of fans and franchises alike, as playoff permutations currently hang by a thread.

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Rain, Points, and Playoff Chaos: How a Washout Could Shake Up the IPL Table

For Punjab Kings, who stand third on the points table at 15 from 11, a washout would take them to 16 points securing playoff hopes and giving them a possibility of finishing among the top-two. Delhi Capitals, standing fifth with 13 from 11 games, have a must-win situation to keep themselves in contention for the playoffs. Another no-result would take them to 14 points from 12 games, with no leeway in their last two matches.

A washout may also hurt the Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) chances. With 13 points and a game to go, KKR can accrue at best 15 points. If four teams achieve more than that, KKR will be out of playoff contention.

A PBKS win would help: PBKS, MI, LSG, and KKR.
A DC win would help: DC, GT, and RCB.

Interestingly, if Delhi pick up another “golden point” due to rain, their final league clash against Mumbai Indians on May 15 could turn into a virtual knockout. With both teams potentially locked at 14 points, the loser may find themselves out of playoff contention.

The group stage of the ongoing IPL 2025 is nearing the end with the remaining 13 matches. The existence of Chennai Super Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the tournament intensified the playoff race between 7 other teams. From the stats it is already clear which teams are already knocked out from the brawl, but there are still lots of permutations and combinations left to decide the names of the possible top 4 teams. The strain of stats intensified the battle between the remaining seven teams of the 10-franchise league. 

Current points table scenario and possibilities:

1. Gujarat Titans (GT)

Current table leader of the team with 16 points in 11 games, lost only 3 and won 8 matches. +0.793 is their Net Run Rate (NRR). From this position, they are almost into the playoff round, but with a certain amount of twist. If they lose all of their remaining matches and the results of the other matches go against them, then GT can find themself outside the line of the top 4. 

2. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)

The team is in the second spot of the points table, only behind Gujarat Titans in terms of NRR. RCB, with 16 points in 11 games, has an NRR of +0.482. From this position, they are almost into the playoff round, but with a certain amount of twist. If they lose all of their remaining matches and the results of the other matches go against them, then GT can find themself outside the line of the top 4. 

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3. Punjab Kings (PBKS)

They are the third team in the ladder with 15 points after playing 11 matches. A rain-washed match parted them from a possible 1 more point. Like GT and RCB, PBKS has a 90% chance to secure a playoff spot but can also be disqualified if they lose all of their remaining matches and other match results prove not favorable. 

4. Mumbai Indians (MI)

In terms of the present scenario, Mumbai Indians is the 4th best possible team to book a playoff spot. But in cricket, things can happen beyond imagination. The team with 14 points in 12 games can be knocked out of the playground if they lose all of their remaining fixtures, and other match results can also harm the former champion franchise. Though their chances are high for qualification rather than disqualification. NRR can play a decisive role. MI Indians achieved a handsome net run rate of +1.156.

5. Delhi Capitals (DC)

It will be interesting to see which team goes to the next round as the holder of 4th position. Present stats suggest DC can have a tug-of-war with MI. Capitals now has 13 points after playing 11 games, one match less than Mumbai Indians. NRR can prove vital if Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians maintain a neck-to-neck battle. DC's NRR is currently standing at +0.362. 

6. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

With a very keen hope of Ray, the defending champion is still in the race with 11 points in 12 matches. Comparing the above 5 teams' points and the number of matches they have played, KKR is not among the favorites to go through. But the luck from the 'City of Joy' can shine if they win the remaining games, RCB and GT lose theirs, PBKS loses two, and DC and MI lose one each— if this happens, then Knight Riders can qualify for the next round. 

7. Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)

Currently at 7th spot but slightly in a better position, as LSG has played a game less in comparison to KKR. While KKR at 6th played 12 matches, LSG has played 11 and has 10 points. With a very thin chance, LSG can still manage to get a place in the top half of the table if they win the remainder of their games, RCB and GT lose all of their upcoming games, MI loses one, and either PBKS also loses all their games or DC wins no more than one. 

Delhi Capitals (DC) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) will face each other in match 48, IPL 2025, at Arun Jaitley Stadium, the home ground of DC. The match is immensely important for both of the teams. Delhi Capitals is looking for a confirmed ticket, which can take them to the round of four, and KKR, the out-of-form defending champion, wants to push hard to protect their last hope of a ray. But only one team will leave the stadium as the winner. Whenever these two teams had collided with each other, excitement had risen to the maximum; the same is expected from the upcoming DC vs. KKR game also, which is scheduled to be played on April 29. 

Head-to-Head Record:

DC and KKD have clashed 34 times in the IPL.

DC Wins: 15

KKR Wins: 18

No Result: 1

Win Percentage: KKR dominates with a win percentage of 52.94%.

Arun Jaitley Stadium is famous for its batting-friendly surface. In summer conditions and possible due factors in the second innings, the toss can be a decisive factor. The DC vs. KKR match can showcase some brilliant bowling from spinners, as both of the sides have impactful individuals like Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel from Delhi Capitals and Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine from the Kolkata-based franchise. According to the weather forecast, the sky will remain clear, with no signs of rain or heavy clouds in Delhi. 

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Most memorable DC vs. KKR encounters from the vault

Over the years these two teams had confronted each other in multiple high-octane matches. According to all-over stats, Knight Riders has a better hand over Delhi. But Capitals had also shown their muscles against the Kolkata team. 

IPL 2024, Match 16 (April 3, 2024)—Visakhapatnam

KKR, in this match, scored a total of 272 runs batting first. Sunil Narine was awarded as the man of the match for his all-around performance. The West Indian cricketer scored 85 and took a wicket as well. KKR won the match by 106 runs. Rishabh Pant's and Tristan Stubbs' half-centuries were not enough to save the Delhi Capitals.

IPL 2023, match 28 (April 20, 2023)—Delhi

That was a low-scoring but neck-to-neck match in Arun Jaitley Stadium. Batting first, KKR took their score only to 127, and Delhi Capitals needed 19.2 overs to chase that stiff total in exchange for 6 wickets. Ishant Sharma, with 2 wickets against 19 runs in 4 overs, was awarded as the best player of the match. David Warner was the best batter of the evening, scoring 57 for Delhi.

IPL 2019, match 10 (March 30, 2019)—Delhi 

Own the most memorable encounters between these two teams. The match concluded with the help of a super over. Both teams were at 185, and in the super over, KKR got 7/1, Delhi replied with 10/1, and DC won the super over by 3 runs. Prithvi Shaw, then a Delhi Capitals batter, missed his IPL century only by 1 run. 

On April 22, 2025, a tragic terrorist attack took place in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of 28 people, most of whom were tourists, in the beautiful surroundings of Baisaran Valley, commonly referred to as "Mini Switzerland." The attack was carried out by The Resistance Front (TRF), which is a splinter group of Lashkar-e-Taiba, and was one of the worst attacks since the 2019 Pulwama attack and was targeted at civilians. This attack claimed 24 Indian tourists, two locals, and two foreigners, with more than 20 people reported as injured. The global cricketing community demonstrated a rare and extraordinary act of solidarity as players, boards, and fans sided with the victims and their families and condemned the attack on civilians, stood against terrorism, and expressed a united front.

Indian Cricketers and IPL Teams Lead Tributes

Indian cricketers, both current and past, took to social media, particularly X, really expressing their sadness and anger and supporting peace and the bravery of security forces. Virat Kohli, who captained India previously, tweeted, "Devastated with the news from Pahalgam. My heart goes out to the families of the victims. Violence has no place in our world. Praying for peace and strength for all those affected." Sachin Tendulkar, a cricketing icon, tweeted, "Shocked and saddened by the inhumane act in Pahalgam. My deepest condolences to the victims families. India tands united against terrorism." Gautam Gambhir, India’s head coach, demanded justice, posting, “Praying for the families of the deceased. Those responsible will pay. India will strike. #Pahalgam.”

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Yuvraj Singh called for unity, saying, "Deeply saddened by the attack on tourists in Pahalgam. Sending prayers to the victims and their families. Let’s unite for hope and humanity." Shubman Gill denounced violence, saying, "Heartbreaking to hear about the attack in Pahalgam. My prayers are with the victims. Violence has no place in our country." KL Rahul expressed, "Heartbreaking to hear about the terrorist attack in Kashmir. My thoughts are with the families. Wishing peace and strength." Virender Sehwag lamented, "Deeply pained to hear of the indecent terrorist attack on innocent tourists in #Pahalgam. Prayers for the injured." Irfan Pathan, who was in Kashmir just before this attack, said, "Every time an innocent life is lost, humanity is lost. This pain feels too close."

IPL teams also condemned the violence. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) expressed, "Deeply saddened and shocked… Our hearts go out to the families of the innocent lives lost in Pahalgam." Delhi Capitals (DC) expressed, "Heartbroken by the tragic loss of lives in Pahalgam. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims. #StandAgainstTerror." Rajasthan Royals (RR) stated, "Devastated by the senseless violence in Pahalgam. We stand united with the victims and the families and are praying for peace." Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) wrote, "Shocked by the horrific atrocity that took place in Pahalgam. Our deepest condolences to all the families affected. Violence has no place in our society." Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) wrote, "Deeply pained by the tragedy of Pahalgam. Our prayers are with the victims and their loved ones." These posts... dedicated to the victims and families and posted on X... are a demonstration of the commitment by IPL to unity in opposition of terror.

Indian Cricket Board and Fans Respond

Messages also poured in from international cricketing organizations and players. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a statement: “The BCCI mourns the loss of lives in the Pahalgam attack and stands in solidarity with the victims and their families. Cricket is a sport which unites the masses and we are firmly against such divisive, violent acts.” 

Fans from around the globe took to social media using tweets like #StandwithPahalgam and #CricketforPeace and made cricket forums into places of memorials. The attack, which targeted a tourism hotspot, struck a nerve with cricketers who had seen and appreciated and felt humbled by Kashmir that intensify their emotions. It also sparked debates on India-Pakistan cricketing ties, with Goswami’s views reflecting broader frustrations.

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The Pahalgam attack is a wake-up call for both the fragility of peace and human resilience. In a sport where competition is fierce, the cricketing world demonstrated its ability to show unity and compassion off the field, exemplifying once again the ability of cricket to break barriers and bring together people in solidarity in the face of terror.

IPL Teams that have condemned about #PahalgamTerrorAttack
1- Lucknow super giants #lsg pic.twitter.com/Qmiq2u92RR

— JosD92 (@JosD92official) April 23, 2025

Thinking of every single life lost, hurt and changed forever in Pahalgam today. Om Shanti 🙏

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) April 22, 2025

Shocked and Saddened! We offer our deepest condolences and prayers to the innocent lives lost in the horrific Pahalgam terror attack. 🙏

— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) April 23, 2025

Praying for the families of the deceased. Those responsible for this will pay. India will strike. #Pahalgam

— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) April 22, 2025

Heartbreaking to hear about the attack in Pahalgam. My prayers are with the victims and their families. Violence like this has no place in our country.

— Shubman Gill (@ShubmanGill) April 22, 2025

'Justice To Be Served': Virat Kohli And Hardik Pandya Condemn Pahalgam Terror Attack, Express Solidarity With Victims
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.#ViratKohli #Hardikpandya #PahalgamTerrorAttcakhttps://t.co/jpCpIBgtja

— Republic (@republic) April 23, 2025

Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic attack in Pahalgam. Innocent lives lost to senseless violence. Praying for strength and peace for the affected families. Let's stand together against hate. #Pahalgam

— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) April 22, 2025

Every time an innocent life is lost, humanity loses. It’s heartbreaking to see and hear about what happened in Kashmir today. I was just there couple of days ago — this pain feels too close.

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) April 22, 2025