- PCB’s celebratory cricket documentary sparks outrage for omitting Imran Khan, 1992 World Cup-winning captain.
- Video traces Pakistan cricket history, excludes key figure, leading to public backlash.
- Social media uproar questions PCB’s decision, highlights Imran Khan’s pivotal role.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has recently found itself embroiled in controversy as a celebratory documentary video it released on the occasion of Pakistan’s 76th Independence Day faced severe backlash across various social media platforms. The documentary aimed to highlight the nation’s cricketing history, paying tribute to iconic players and their contributions.
However, the omission of Imran Khan, the inspirational captain who led Pakistan to victory in the 1992 World Cup, ignited a firestorm of criticism. Marking Pakistan’s international cricket debut in 1952 and spanning through significant milestones, the two-minute twenty-one-second documentary showcased the rich legacy of Pakistan cricket. It touched upon the historic triumph in the 1992 World Cup and continued through to the 2022 T20 World Cup, where the present Pakistan side, under the leadership of Babar Azam, reached the final in Australia.
The omission of Imran Khan, a cricketing legend and the driving force behind Pakistan’s iconic 1992 World Cup victory, was met with vehement backlash. Social media users expressed their disappointment, questioning the decision to exclude the charismatic leader who inspired and guided the team to its momentous achievement.
Accompanying the video was a caption that emphasized the importance of creating a lasting legacy and paying homage to the legendary figures who contributed to Pakistan’s cricketing heritage.
The caption read, “Making history isn’t just about one day; it’s about the legends we create and the tales we script. Pakistan Cricket Team – a legacy that echoes through time.”
Making history isn’t just about one day, it’s about the legends we create and the tales we script 💫
🏆 Pakistan Cricket Team – a legacy that echoes through time 🌟#BeyondJustOneDay pic.twitter.com/grC0YVC5Xi
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) August 14, 2023
The documentary featured an array of iconic cricket superstars who have left an indelible mark on Pakistan’s cricketing history. The likes of Javed Miandad, Wasim Akram, Shoaib Akhtar, Waqar Younis, Shahid Afridi, and Babar Azam were showcased, illustrating their remarkable contributions.
The video encapsulated pivotal moments, including the glorious triumph in the 1992 World Cup, the victorious 2009 T20 World Cup campaign, and the memorable victory over India in the 2017 Champions Trophy final.
The PCB’s celebratory cricket documentary, intended to honor Pakistan’s cricketing journey and its legendary players, inadvertently stirred controversy due to the omission of Imran Khan. The decision has sparked widespread public backlash across social media platforms, with many expressing their disappointment at the absence of the 1992 World Cup-winning captain from the commemorative video.
As discussions and debates continue to unfold, the incident serves as a reminder of the deep emotional connection between cricket, national pride, and the icons who shape a nation’s sporting legacy.
Absolutely disgusting, new low each day! That ONE man who made it all worth it, PAKISTAN team is NOT complete without him. You can remove his pictures but CANNOT change the history! pic.twitter.com/Pne5gJMOpw
— SB_Blog (@Bukhari2204) August 14, 2023
@ICC Hall of Fame says, “One of the finest cricketers to emerge from Pakistan, Imran Khan!”
Shame on @TheRealPCB pic.twitter.com/VxzOpoXcVC— Mehvish Ali (@GMehvishali) August 14, 2023
Zaka Ashraf remembered displaying a photograph of Bhutto but could not recall the picture of Imran Khan, the iconic figure in Pakistan cricket and the hero of 92WC. The shameless system and those who support it, along with people who remain silent, also face a lamentable fate. pic.twitter.com/GZYMtjjYXk
— Ray (@freewordslinger) August 14, 2023
Shameless @TheRealPCB who tried to minus Imran Khan from cricket pic.twitter.com/hOOnyWt93J
— Shehr Bano Official (@OfficialShehr) August 14, 2023
No matter how hard you try … you can’t take IK out. Your father is still there. #ShameOnPCB pic.twitter.com/Df5nEjuTbn
— Abu Zayan Awan (@Its_AbuZee) August 14, 2023
Immi another parallel universe pic.twitter.com/HyWz2Vq0DM
— Ans asghar (@Anas_asghar1) August 14, 2023