• Jasprit Bumrah, Virat Kohli and several other cricketers salute Indian Armed Forces.

  • The conflict intensified after Pakistan launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along India's western border.

Jasprit Bumrah, Virat Kohli and other cricketers applaud Indian Armed Forces amid conflict with Pakistan
Jasprit Bumrah, Virat Kohli and other cricketers applaud Indian Armed Forces amid conflict with Pakistan (PC: X)

As military tensions escalate sharply between India and Pakistan following recent cross-border attacks, prominent Indian cricketers have come forward to salute the Indian Armed Forces for their courage and resilience. The ongoing conflict, sparked by the April 23 Pahalgam terrorist attack and subsequent military strikes, has led to heightened security concerns and the suspension of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 for at least one week.

Virat Kohli, former captain and cricket icon, took to Instagram to express solidarity with the armed forces, writing, “We stand in solidarity with, and salute our armed forces for fiercely protecting our country in these difficult times. We are forever indebted to our heroes for their unwavering bravery and heartfelt gratitude for the sacrifices they and their families make for our great nation.”

Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah echoed these sentiments on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “Grateful to our armed forces for their courage and bravery. We salute them and remain forever in their debt for everything that they do to keep us safe.”

Other notable cricketers including Suryakumar Yadav, Ajinkya Rahane, Shubman Gill, Virender Sehwag and many other also paid tribute to the military through social media posts, highlighting the sacrifices made by soldiers on the frontline.

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India-Pakistan conflict intensifies

The conflict intensified after Pakistan launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along India’s western border, which the Indian army successfully repelled. Both nations have accused each other of ceasefire violations and cross-border aggression, resulting in casualties on both sides and raising fears of further escalation between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

The Indian government continues to call for international support to pressure Pakistan to cease its alleged support for terrorism, while the armed forces remain vigilant in defending the nation’s sovereignty. The cricket fraternity’s unified tribute underscores the nation’s collective respect and gratitude for the armed forces during this critical period.

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