NEW DELHI: The Women’s World Cup 2025 was rocked by controversy on Thursday after former Pakistan captain Sana Mir, part of the commentary panel, sparked outrage with an on-air remark referencing “Azad Kashmir. ” The comment, made during Pakistan’s opening match against Bangladesh, has triggered a massive backlash on social media and drawn attention from cricket fans and authorities alike. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! In a widely circulated clip, Mir was heard saying: “... captaining a very young side. Yes, they have won the qualifiers, but a lot of these players are new. Natalia who comes from Kashmir, Azad Kashmir, plays in Lahore a lot of cricket. She has to come to Lahore to play most of her cricket there.” WATCH: Pakistani commen
Controversy erupts as Pakistani commentator refers to 'Azad Kashmir' during Women's World Cup match

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