Australia, New Zealand and other internationals cricketers narrowly escape missile strike amid India-Pakistan military tensions

International Cricket players in Australia, New Zealand and other countries escaped by little from a missile strike in Pakistan as military tensions between India and Pakistan intensified dangerously over the disputed cashmere region.

The place of toks incidents only hours after the Indian Armed Forces launched precision attacks on what they described as “terrorist infrastructure” in Kashmir administered by Pakistan and Pakistan, in retaliation for a deadly attack in the last last. Control. Control. Controlled tourists. In response, Pakistan promised reprisals, which led to an artillery exchanges night and missile releases through the border.

Pakistan evacuated Cricket players in security fears

Players who participate in the Super League of Pakistan (PSL) 2025, including the Australians – David Warner, Mitchell Owen, Riley Meredith and Ben Dwarshuis – And the New Zealand – Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Tim Seifert and Kane WilliamsonHe had expressed serious concerns about his safety after climbing. According to the media reports, these players started from Pakistan for Dubai only a few hours before a missile attack reported a nearby air base.

“All New Zealands involved in the PSL of Pakistan, including players, coaches, support staff and commentators, have left Pakistan for Dubai.” Confirmed Cricket from New Zealand (NZC) in a statement. The evacuation was carried out quickly, since security evaluations indicated a situation that deteriorates rapidly.

Meanwhile, Sydney Morning Herald has reported that only a few hours after foreign players left on a rented flight, India carried out missile attacks aimed at three Pakistani air bases, including Nur Khan, the same installation from which players, officials and locutors had flown to the US.

The strike over Nur Khan, located near the military headquarters of Pakistan and about 10 kilometers of Islamabad, multiple explosions and fires were triggered. Local media described smoke, flames and generalized panic in the surrounding areas.

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International stars that will soon depart from India

The crisis also affected India Premier League (IPL) 2025, with the players of New Zealand and Australia in India communicated to return home. The IPL, with dose of international stars, was suspended for a week after the Punjab Kings Versus Delhi capitals in Dharamsala was abandoned due to a mandatory blackout and the closure of airports in the corridor of the northwest of India.

Australian players like Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Travis headalong with coaches Ricky Ponting and Brad HaddinSoon he will address the flights to their respective cities. New Zealand contingent IPL, including Devon Conway, Mitchell Santner, Trent Bault, Rachin Ravindra and Jacobs – They are also and enrich home or expect Avia flights.

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