Colombo: A new controversy erupted during the Women’s World Cup after former Pakistan captain Sana Mir introduced Pakistani cricketer Natalia Parvez as being from “Azad Kashmir.”
The incident happened during the Pakistan vs. Bangladesh match in Colombo, where Sana Mir was on commentary duty for the ICC. While introducing Natalia Parvez, she said the player was from “Azad Kashmir.”
Indian media quickly turned the remark into a political issue. Clips of Sana Mir’s comment went viral across Indian platforms, with several anchors demanding that the ICC take action against her.
The phrase “Azad Kashmir” drew strong reactions in India, where many channels accused Sana Mir of bringing politics into sports. However, fans in Pakistan defended the introduction, saying that it simply reflected the player’s identity and background.
The incident has once again highlighted how cricket between Pakistan and India often gets overshadowed by political tensions.
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