Wasim Akram under fire for late statement on Pak-India tensions

Former Pakistan cricket captain Wasim Akram is facing strong criticism from the public and former cricketers for expressing solidarity with the armed forces only after tensions between Pakistan and India began to ease.

Akram had posted on X (formerly Twitter): “We all stand with our armed forces. They have responded to the enemy’s aggression,” adding that “dialogue is the way forward and peace is what we all want. Pakistan Zindabad.”

However, many fans and ex-players felt his message came too late. One of the strongest reactions came from former Test cricketer Basit Ali, who remarked: “Remaining silent during critical moments and then making a statement once things return to normal, how is that bravery? Cricketers should raise their voice when the nation is going through difficult times, not afterwards!”

Social media users also joined in, questioning why Akram remained silent during the height of the escalation and only spoke up after the situation had begun to stabilise.

Meanwhile, with a ceasefire now in place, there is growing optimism that Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10 could soon resume. Foreign players remain stationed in Dubai, while local players have been advised to stay prepared as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) plans the next steps.