The PCB has demanded an explanation from the ICC regarding the brief playing of India’s national anthem at the Champions Trophy. The incident surprised spectators and led to the PCB sending a letter to the ICC addressing the issue.

A few days after PCB complained to the ICC over a broadcasting gaffe during India's opening game against Bangladesh in Dubai, the former was left red-faced when India's national anthem was played for a fraction of a second at the start of the Australia-England Champions Trophy at Lahore.

Following a brief misplay of the Indian national anthem at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has contacted the ICC seeking clarification. Before the match between Australia and England,

A PCB official said that as this is an ICC tournament, the anthem playlist has been produced and distributed by the ICC

Under-pressure Pakistan Cricket Board were left red-faced after the Indian national anthem was played during a Champions Trophy 2025 game.

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi visited Dubai Stadium ahead of the highly anticipated Pakistan-India match. During his visit, Naqvi observed the Pakistan team’s practice session, interacted with the players, and held discussions with the coaching staff.

The Indian national anthem “Jana Gana Mana” was mistakenly played in Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore instead of the Australian national anthem ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025 match between Australia and England.

The unexpected blunder left the Australian players and fans in shock before officials quickly rectified the situation

In ICC-hosted cricket events, the national anthems of both competing teams are traditionally played before each match.

During the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India's national anthem was incorrectly played at the Gaddafi Stadium before the Australia-England match. But why did it happen? Here's an explainer on the contro