IND vs ENG | Viral Video: Fan asked to cover Pakistan jersey during 4th Test at Old Trafford | Cricket News
A video from the drawn fourth Test between England and India at Old Trafford has gone viral, sparking debate after a fan wearing a Pakistan cricket jersey was asked to cover it up by security officials.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!The fan, who attended the match wearing the green Pakistan shirt, was approached by stadium staff and was told that jerseys of non-participating nations were not allowed at the venue. The incident unfolded in the stands and quickly caught the attention of other spectators, some of whom began filming the exchange.
Seen in the video, the fan refused to remove or cover his jersey, asserting that no Indian supporters around him had taken issue with it. As the situation escalated, additional security personnel and local police arrived. The individual was briefly escorted out of the seating area for a conversation but was later allowed to return.Watch:The viral video has drawn mixed reactions online. While some have criticised the move as discriminatory and unnecessary, others cited existing venue regulations. According to Old Trafford’s policy for international matches, fans are expected to wear apparel supporting the participating teams — India or England in this case.
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The incident has also come on the heels of the abandoned World Championship of Legends fixture between India Champions and Pakistan Champions, canceled due to off-field tensions.
