September 13, 2025

The much-awaited India vs Pakistan match in the Asia Cup 2025 is stirring up strong feelings – on and off the field! Harsh Goenka, the famous Chairman of RPG Group, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a funny yet honest post. He wrote, "India vs Pakistan tomorrow. Heart says don’t watch, mind says does it even matter, patriotism says boycott, sanity says cheer your team. Even my mai-baaps are giving mixed signals. What on earth should I do?" This playful message perfectly sums up the confusion many Indian cricket fans feel right now. Some want to boycott the game because of recent political tensions, while others want to just enjoy the sport. Team India’s assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak stepped up to calm the noise. Speaking in Dubai, Kotak said, "Once we are here to play, we are focused on playing cricket. I personally don't think there is anything on my mind apart from playing cricket. That is what we are focusing on." He also assured that the decisions come from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the government. "India versus Pakistan is always competitive, so we would rather focus on that," he added. The backdrop to this cricket frenzy is very serious. After a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam killed 26 tourists, India responded with Operation Sindoor targeting terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This has caused many fans in India to call for a boycott of the match. Both teams started their Asia Cup campaign with wins, ramping up excitement for their Sunday showdown at Dubai International Stadium. Everyone is watching closely—not just for runs and wickets but for how this politically charged match will unfold. Will the players focus on cricket alone? Will the political tensions spill onto the field? Only time will tell. But one thing is clear: the India vs Pakistan match is more than just cricket—it’s a whirlwind of emotions, patriotism, and drama!

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