'We Urge Fans And Media Outlets...': WCL Issues Clarification Over Viral Video Featuring Shahid Afridi And India Champions

The organizers of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) have issued an official statement to address and clarify misinformation stemming from a viral video circulating on social media. The video claims to show India Champions players walking off the ground upon seeing Pakistan Champions player Shahid Afridi, but WCL has confirmed that the footage is being taken completely out of context.

In a clear and categorical statement, the WCL clarified that India Champions never entered the field for either the scheduled semi-final or the original group-stage match against the Pakistan Champions. The match-up, anticipated by fans, ultimately did not take place due to geopolitical tensions between the two nations.

Indian team packing their bags and knocked out out of WCL 🇮🇳
Lala watching them from the balcony. #WCL2025 pic.twitter.com/zpmffXfqWE

— TEAM AFRIDI (@TEAM_AFRIDI) July 30, 2025

The viral clip, WCL explained, was actually filmed during the India Champions vs West Indies Champions match. In that footage, the India Champions team was seen entering the field while the Pakistan Champions team, having just completed their match against the Australia Champions, was walking off. The brief overlap of movement between the two teams was purely coincidental and not a walk-off or protest, as falsely suggested online.

“There has been no on-field interaction between the players of the two teams during this year’s tournament,” WCL confirmed. “We urge fans and media outlets to refrain from spreading misinformation.”

With emotions often running high around India-Pakistan cricket, WCL's prompt clarification serves as a reminder to verify content before accepting or amplifying it.