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International Cricket players from Australia, New Zealand and other countries escaped closely from a missile strike in Pakistan, as military tensions between India and Pakistan climbed dangerously over the disputed Kashmir region.
The incident took place a few hours after the Indian Armades launched precision strikes about what they described as “terrorist infrastructure” in Pakistan and Pakistan, who administered Kashmir, in retaliation for a fatal attack on Hindu tourists in the Kashmir controlled by India last month. In response, Pakistan promised retaliation, leading to a night of artillery exchanges and missile launches on the border.
Players who participate in the Super League of Pakistan (PSL) 2025, including the Australians – David Warner, Mitchell Owen, Riley Meredith and Ben Dwarshuis – and New Zealanders – Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Tim Seifert and Kane WilliamsonHe had expressed serious concerns about his safety after climbing. According to media reports, these players left Pakistan to Dubai a few hours before a reported missile strike reached a nearby air base.
“All New Zealanders involved in Pakistan PSL, including players, coaches, support staff and commentators, have left Pakistan to Dubai,” Confirmed by New Zealand Cricket (NZC) in a statement. The evacuation was carried out rapidly as security assessments indicated a quick deterioration situation.
Meanwhile, Sydney Morning Herald reported that a few hours after the abroad players were left on a chartered flight, India launched missile strikes for three Pakistani aerial bases, including Nur Khan, the same installation of which players, officers and emitters had flown to the Arab Emirates together about three hours before.
The Nur Khan strike, near the Pakistan military headquarters and about 10 kilometers from Islamabad, according to multiple explosions and fires. Local media described widespread smoke, flames and panic scenes.
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The crisis also affected the Premier League India (IPL) 2025, and the New Zealand and Australian players in India communicated to return home. The IPL, with dozens of international stars, was suspended for a week after the Punjab Kings game to Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala was abandoned due to a government off and the closure of airports in the northwestern corridor of India.
Australian players such as Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Chief of travisalong with coaches Ricky ponting and Brad prizeFlights will soon be addressed in their respective cities. The New Zealand IPL, including Devon Conway, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Rachin Ravindra and Bevon Jacobs – They are also on their way home or expect flights available.