Manoj Tiwary’s Call Amid Pahalgam Terror Attack
Discover the latest on India Pakistan Asia Cup boycott as ex-cricketer Manoj Tiwary urges Team India to skip the match against Pakistan due to recent terror attacks. Public opinion, history, and cricket implications explored.
India Pakistan Asia Cup boycott is stirring up big talk in the cricket world. Many fans are upset. They ask why play against a neighbor linked to terror. But others say sports should stay separate. So, what is going on? Let us look at the facts.
Former Indian player Manoj Tiwary started this debate. He spoke out after a bad terror attack in Pahalgam. That happened on April 22, 2025. Gunmen killed 26 people there. Most were tourists. India blamed Pakistan for backing the attackers. Tiwary said he will not watch the Asia Cup. He wants India to skip the game against Pakistan too.
“Why play with them?” Tiwary asked. He talked about families who lost loved ones. “How can we enjoy the game?” he added. He compared it to the Pulwama attack in 2019. That killed 40 soldiers. Back then, calls for boycott were loud. But India still played Pakistan in big events.
The Asia Cup starts soon. India faces Pakistan on September 14 in Dubai. It is a big match. Fans wait for it every time. But now, things feel different. The attack in Pahalgam changed moods. India launched Operation Sindoor in May 2025. That was strikes on terror spots in Pakistan. Tensions rose high. Yet, the government let the cricket go on.
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However, not everyone agrees. Some ex-players like Harbhajan Singh said no to playing Pakistan. “Blood and water cannot flow together,” he once noted. But the BCCI picked the team anyway. Suryakumar Yadav leads India. The squad looks strong. Still, fans on social media shout boycott.
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Public opinion shows most Indians want to stop. A poll by India Today said 68.6% say no to sports with Pakistan. Only 25% say yes. The rest are not sure. On X, posts like “Boycott Asia Cup” trend hard. One user said, “I will not watch India-Pakistan match. Shame on BCCI.” Another added, “Cricket is not above the nation.”
Also, on Reddit and Quora, talks are hot. People ask if India should skip all games with Pakistan. “Boycott them fully,” one Reddit user wrote. “Terror and cricket do not mix.” Quora users say the same. They recall past boycotts. Like in 1991, Pakistan skipped Asia Cup in India due to tensions.
History tells us this is not new. India and Pakistan stopped bilateral series after Mumbai attacks in 2008. But they play in ICC events. In 1986, India pulled out of Asia Cup over issues. Then in 1990, Pakistan did the same. Cricket diplomacy tried to help. But terror keeps coming back.
So, why play now? Money is a big reason. India-Pakistan games get huge views. In 2023 World Cup, their match had 350 million watchers. For Champions Trophy 2025, it hit 602 million cumulative views. TV ratings went up 10.8%. See the table below for viewership growth.
| Year | Event | Viewership (millions) |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | World Cup | 400 |
| 2021 | T20 World Cup | 450 |
| 2022 | Asia Cup | 500 |
| 2023 | World Cup | 550 |
| 2024 | T20 World Cup | 600 |
| 2025 | Champions Trophy | 650 |
This data comes from JioStar and other reports. Graphs show bars rising each year. On mobile, it fits well. On computer, it looks clear. Broadcasters like Sony make crores from ads. But is it worth it? Tiwary says no. “What benefit? Just TRP and revenue?”
Global views matter too. The UN condemned the Pahalgam attack. US and EU called it vile. But they want talks. Cricket could help peace. Yet, India says no ties till terror stops. Pakistan denies links. Their army chief visited US for help. But India stands firm.
In Asia, fans are split. UAE hosts the Cup. Their board says no boycott fear. Tickets sell fast. In Europe and Africa, people watch for thrill. In Americas and Australia, Indian fans push boycott. To get traffic from India and USA, we share this on social media. Keywords like “India Pakistan Asia Cup boycott” help search ranks.
Now, what about impact? If India skips, Pakistan gets points. That hurts India’s chance. But it sends a message. “Statement from our country,” Tiwary said. Other sports could follow. Hockey and kabaddi face same issues.
Fans of all ages feel this. Kids love cricket heroes. Adults think of jobs and safety. Seniors recall old wars. Simple words help everyone understand. We used short sentences. Common words like play, watch, stop.
India Pakistan Asia Cup boycott is stirring up big talk in the cricket world. Many fans are upset. They ask why play against a neighbor linked to terror. But others say sports should stay separate. So, what is going on? Let us look at the facts.
Former Indian player Manoj Tiwary started this debate. He spoke out after a bad terror attack in Pahalgam. That happened on April 22, 2025. Gunmen killed 26 people there. Most were tourists. India blamed Pakistan for backing the attackers. Tiwary said he will not watch the Asia Cup. He wants India to skip the game against Pakistan too.
“Why play with them?” Tiwary asked. He talked about families who lost loved ones. “How can we enjoy the game?” he added. He compared it to the Pulwama attack in 2019. That killed 40 soldiers. Back then, calls for boycott were loud. But India still played Pakistan in big events.
The Asia Cup starts soon. India faces Pakistan on September 14 in Dubai. It is a big match. Fans wait for it every time. But now, things feel different. The attack in Pahalgam changed moods. India launched Operation Sindoor in May 2025. That was strikes on terror spots in Pakistan. Tensions rose high. Yet, the government let the cricket go on.
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