IPL 2025: SRH and MI Teams to Honor Pahalgam Attack Victims with Black Armbands
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Synopsis
In IPL 2025, players and umpires from Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians will wear black armbands to honor the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. A moment of silence will precede the match, and cheerleaders will not perform as a mark of respect.
Key Takeaways
- Black armbands worn by players and umpires.
- One-minute silence to remember the victims.
- No cheerleaders or fireworks during the match.
- 16 casualties reported in the Pahalgam attack.
- MI and SRH both looking to improve their standings.
New Delhi, April 23 (NationPress) During the IPL 2025 showdown between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, players and umpires will don black armbands to honor the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.
According to sources from IANS, a moment of silence will also be held prior to the game at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Wednesday evening.
Moreover, it has been reported that cheerleaders will not be present at the event, and the customary fireworks display post-match will be canceled for this MI-SRH encounter.
On Tuesday afternoon, a tragic incident occurred where at least 16 individuals, including both tourists and locals, lost their lives, and around 17 others sustained injuries when terrorists opened fire in the picturesque Baisaran Valley, located roughly six kilometers from Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir.
This brutal attack has drawn widespread condemnation, being the most deadly act of violence since the 2019 Pulwama tragedy, with condolences pouring in from global leaders, cricketing authorities, and prominent figures across various sectors.
Turning to the match details, a victory for Hardik Pandya-led MI, currently in sixth place on the points table, would allow them to level with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Punjab Kings (PBKS), and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at ten points, enhancing their chances of climbing the leaderboard.
If the Pat Cummins-led SRH secures a win at home, they are likely to surpass Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the standings. In their previous encounter, MI triumphed over SRH by four wickets at the Wankhede Stadium on April 17.
