For the first time, “Pakistan” has appeared on the cricket jersey of India, sparking fan debate ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) revealed the new kit for the tournament, which is scheduled to be held in Pakistan.
The design features the official logo, including the the name of the host, as per the standard guidelines of ICC .
Photos of Rohit Sharma, Ravindra Jadeja, and Hardik Pandya on new blue jersey have quickly spread on social media.
However, it is the word “Pakistan” on their chests that has drawn the most attention.
A section of Indian supporters voiced their frustration online, calling the jersey “unacceptable,” while others defended it as a routine ICC requirement.
The controversy underscores the strained cricketing ties between the two, with bilateral matches halted for over a decade.
However, global tournaments continue to bring the teams together on neutral and host venues, keeping their rivalry alive on the field.