Cricket ‘Jihad’ by PM Imran Khan
Pakistan: Imran Khan’s ‘jihad on India for Kashmir’ on cricket fields
Imran Khan, former Pakistan cricket captain and Prime Minister, once stated that playing against India was not cricket but “jihad for Kashmir.” This incendiary comment starkly contrasts with the love and admiration he received in India during his cricketing days, particularly from Indian fans and women who idolized him. Despite this, his statement reflects a deep-rooted hostility that prioritizes ideology over sportsmanship.
Pakistan’s ideological hatred for India and Hindus is deeply ingrained, permeating every facet of its society. From education to sports, this extremism erodes ethics and respect for universal human values. Cricket matches become ideological battles, fueled by political propaganda rather than mutual respect, tainting what should be a celebration of athletic excellence.
This obsessive mindset has irreparably harmed sportsmanship and the spirit of fair play. By reducing sports to ideological warfare, Pakistan not only isolates itself but also diminishes the true essence of unity and camaraderie that sports can bring to the world. The manipulation of sports for agenda of Hindu India hatred by leaders like Imran Khan exacerbate this divisive rhetoric to the highest.
Proof 1: Cricket 'Jihad' by PM Imran Khan
— Pakistan Untold (@pakistan_untold) September 21, 2021
"Whenever I play against India, I don't see it as cricket but Jihad for Kashmir." pic.twitter.com/wUSIdMdWSv