Indian broadcasting platforms FanCode and Sony Sports India have suspended coverage of the ongoing Pakistan Super League in the aftermath of the horrific terrorist attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam.
The Resistance Front, a shadow group of the banned Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror group, has claimed responsibility of the dastardly attack, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists on Tuesday (April 22).
As day after the assault, FanCode opted not to air the match between Multan Sultans and Islamabad United. The live streaming platform also removed the league’s entire section from its app and website.
Sony Sports, which owns India’s television rights for the PSL, acted in a similar way, blacking out all scheduled broadcasts and related studio shows.
As of now, neither FanCode nor Sony Sports has issued an official statement explaining the decision or indicating when, or if, coverage might resume.
Meanwhile, the Indian government has already started taking steps to disconnect any ties with Pakistan, which include revoking all visas issued to Pakistani nationals. India has also put the decades-old Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance, citing Pakistan's inaction and persistent cross-border terrorism.
Additionally, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla on Thursday (April 24) reiterated the board's stance on maintaining strong national sentiment, affirming that India will not participate in any bilateral cricket series with Pakistan moving forward.
On Wednesday (April 23), the BCCI paid homage to the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack during Match 41 of the IPL 2025 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Ahead of the start of the game, one minute of silence was also observed in the stadium. As a mark of respect, all players, match officials, and even the on-air commentators sported black armbands, symbolising mourning and solidarity with those affected by the tragedy.