Updated On: 14 September, 2025 06:10 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Cricket fans across the world are divided as India gears up to play against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025. While Suniel Shetty and Zayed Khan extended their support, Ashoke Pandit has condemned players calling it a black day

Celebs on India-Pakistan cricket match
India is all set to play against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday. This marks team India’s first match against Pakistan since the terrifying Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. Social media seems divided on BCCI`s decision to play against Pakistan, given the tension between the neighbouring countries. While Suniel Shetty and Zayed Khan claim cricketers shouldn’t be blamed, Ashoke Pandit calls it a black day.
Actress Raveena Tandon shared that she hopes our men in blue play with black bands on. Taking to her X (Earlier known as Twitter) handle, she wrote: "So ok the match is on. I hope our team plays with black bands on and takes a knee. Before taking victory(sic)."