(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
WCL 2025 in Turmoil as Pakistan Champions Reject Shared Points With India Champions
The World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 has hit a major roadblock after the highly anticipated Pakistan vs. India clash was abandoned, sparking a fresh wave of controversy and fan frustration.
❌ Match Called Off Before Toss
The much-awaited match — billed as a key highlight of the tournament — was called off before the toss, with India Champions reportedly refusing to take the field. Their decision, reportedly based on recent geopolitical tensions, led to both sides being awarded a point each.
However, the Pakistan Champions have officially objected to the shared points outcome, demanding that they be awarded full points instead, as per standard match regulations.
🔍 What’s the Controversy?
In typical tournament formats, if one team refuses to play, they are considered to have forfeited the match, resulting in full points going to the opposing team. The Pakistan camp believes this precedent should apply, especially since the India Champions withdrew unilaterally.
🗣️ Pakistan Camp Speaks Out
Cricket analyst Saj Sadiq has confirmed that the Pakistan side is demanding full points, arguing that India’s withdrawal violates the spirit and rules of the tournament.
Currently, Pakistan Champions top the table with three points from two games, following their earlier victory over England. If they are granted full points for the abandoned match, it would strengthen their position in the race for the final.
🏏 WCL Faces Pressure and Scrutiny
The incident has raised serious questions about tournament management and governance, especially given the high-profile nature of the teams and legends involved.
Organisers have yet to make an official ruling on the dispute. However, pressure is mounting as more matches are scheduled in quick succession, and players and fans alike are demanding transparency and consistency.
🎯 What’s at Stake?
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Credibility of the WCL: With millions of fans worldwide and legendary players participating, maintaining fair play is crucial.
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Tournament Standings: A full-point award could shift playoff dynamics, giving Pakistan a significant edge.
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Future of Rivalry Matches: The latest controversy adds another flashpoint to the long-standing Pakistan-India cricket rivalry, even though no ball was bowled.
🗓️ What’s Next?
As the WCL 2025 tournament continues, all eyes will be on the organisers to see whether they uphold the original points distribution or revise the decision in light of the Pakistan Champions’ objection.
Until then, the shadow of controversy continues to hang over one of cricket’s most eagerly awaited fixtures.
