The PCB downplayed the matter, insisting that the flags displayed at the stadiums were only of those teams that are playing in Pakistan.

A clip that went viral on social media highlighted the absence of an Indian flag at Karachi’s National Stadium, the venue that hosts the opening match of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. A Pakistan Cricket Board source explains why.

Videos, pictures from the Pakistani stadiums went viral where the Indian flag was missing, while the flags of all other seven participating nations was there.

A social media storm erupted when a video showcased the absence of the Indian flag at the stadiums in Pakistan ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to commence on February 19. This sparked widespread criticism of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for seemingly expressing discontent with India's decision to play its matches in Dubai rather than Pakistan.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a clarification on the missing Indian flag in Karachi, days ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy.

The Pakistan Cricket Board addressed the absence of India's flag at Karachi's National Stadium, stating it is due to India's non-participation in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The flags of participating countries are displayed to welcome them,