'Let us stand united' - Cricket fraternity shows condolences for victims of Pahalgam attack

India as a country is shattered after a devastating militant attack happened in the Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam, Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir. As per reports, 28 tourists lost their lives and around 20 people were injured in the attack.

The victims went to Jammu and Kashmir to enjoy their holidays, which turned into a nightmare. There were many people from states including Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Odisha, Gujarat, Haryana, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh. Apart from them, two foreigners from Nepal and the United Arab Emirates were also killed.

This attack happened around 3 PM on April 22. After the Pulwama terrorist strike in 2019, this was one of the most devastating attacks in the region. After the attack, many Indian cricketers like Shubman Gill, KL Rahul, Gautam Gambhir, Yuvraj Singh, Pathiv Patel, and Virat Kohli expressed their heartfelt condolences for the victims and the survivors.

The players took to their social media accounts condemning the horrific act of terrorism. This act of terrorism has shaken the entire country to the core. 

Here's how the cricket fraternity has reacted:

Shubman Gill@ShubmanGill

Heartbreaking to hear about the attack in Pahalgam. My prayers are with the victims and their families. Violence like this has no place in our country.

10:04 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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K L Rahul@klrahul

Heartbreaking to hear about the terrorist attack in Kashmir. My thoughts are with the families of the victims. Praying for peace and strength. 🙏

12:37 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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Krunal Pandya@krunalpandya24

Heartbreaking. Prayers 🙏 Justice for the victims of the cruel Pahalgam attack.

11:07 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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VVS Laxman@VVSLaxman281

Extremely pained by the deadly attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that the injured recover at the earliest and justice is brought soon🙏🏼

10:40 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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Gautam Gambhir@GautamGambhir

Praying for the families of the deceased. Those responsible for this will pay. India will strike. #Pahalgam

08:21 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Yuvraj Singh@YUVSTRONG12

Deeply saddened by the attack on tourists in Pahalgam. Praying for the victims and for the strength of their families 🙏🏻 Let us stand united in hope and humanity. #PahalgamTerroristAttack

08:14 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Smriti Mandhana@mandhana_smriti

We stand united against terror. Prayers for the victims of the Pahalgam attack 🙏

10:14 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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parthiv patel@parthiv9

Shocked and angry to hear what happened in Kashmir today. While those responsible will be punished, and I’m sure they will, right now there’s a numb disbelief at the terrible acts and the manner in which it all happened. Praying for the souls of those who lost their lives in

09:49 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Irfan Pathan@IrfanPathan

Every time an innocent life is lost, humanity loses. It’s heartbreaking to see and hear about what happened in Kashmir today. I was just there couple of days ago — this pain feels too close.

10:11 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Aakash Chopra@cricketaakash

Unimaginable atrocity in Pahalgam. Heart goes out to the victims and their families. 🕉️ शान्ति। Hope the perpetrators (and their sympathisers) are identified, caught and given the punishment they deserve.

08:11 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Johns.@CricCrazyJohns

Instagram story of Virat Kohli for Pahalgam incident. 🙏

10:32 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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Suresh Raina🇮🇳@ImRaina

Heartbroken by the Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir today. I strongly condemn this cowardly act by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists. India stands united with our brave Army, J&K Police, and Paramilitary forces in the fight against terrorism. Justice will prevail. 🇮🇳

11:20 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Ishant Sharma@ImIshant

Shocked and heartbroken by the terrorist attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam. As someone who cherishes the beauty and peace of Kashmir, this tragedy hits hard. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. We must stand together against such brutality.

10:03 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Yusuf Pathan@iamyusufpathan

Deeply shocked and saddened by the horrific terror attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir. My heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. Praying for the swift recovery of the injured. Such acts of violence have no place in our society. May

10:55 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Anil Kumble@anilkumble1074

Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic attack in Pahalgam. Innocent lives lost to senseless violence. Praying for strength and peace for the affected families. Let's stand together against hate. #Pahalgam

11:51 PM · Apr 22, 2025

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Nitish Rana@NitishRana_27

Heartbroken by the tragedy in Pahalgam. My thoughts and prayers are with all the families affected. Om Shanti 🙏

01:40 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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Mithali Raj@M_Raj03

Deeply anguished by the terror attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam. I strongly condemn this cowardly and barbaric act. My heart goes out to the families of victims who lost their lives in this heartbreaking attack.🙏🏻

08:52 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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Kevin Pietersen🦏@KP24

I see flags flying at half mast in Delhi today and rightly so. Despicable what happened in Kashmir yesterday! 🤬 My thoughts with all those who lost their lives and their families and friends! 🙏🏽

11:03 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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Mohammad Kaif@MohammadKaif

Cricket gave me many opportunities to visit Kashmir - that beautiful part of our country. It pains my heart to read about the killing of tourists in Pahalgam. Praying for peace and normalcy. Those with plans to destabilise India will never succeed. #pahalgamattack

11:33 AM · Apr 23, 2025

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