Ahead of the Indian Premier League 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals on Thursday, former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar took a moment to address the nation, veering away from cricket to speak on a tragedy that shook the country.
The terror attack in Pahalgam on Tuesday claimed the lives of twenty-six people, many of them tourists. The brutal incident sparked national and international outrage, casting a somber shadow over ongoing events across India, including the IPL.
Gavaskar, now a prominent voice in the commentary box, didn’t hold back his emotions as he reacted to the devastating news. Before the match began, he offered a powerful and heartfelt message during the live broadcast, extending support to those affected while calling out the senseless violence.
“I send my condolences to all the families who have lost their loved and dear ones. It has affected all of us Indians… I just want to ask a question to all the perpetrators, and all those who backed them, their handles – What has all this fighting achieved?” Sunil Gavaskar said, as quoted by a leading publication.
His words resonated deeply, reminding viewers that while the IPL continues to bring joy to millions, the pain of such tragedies lingers heavily on the nation’s heart.
