A Pakistani fan was seen singing the Indian national anthem, “Jana Gana Mana,” before the India versus Pakistan match in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo, on Sunday, February 15. The match faced controversies initially, with Pakistan threatening to withdraw. However, it went ahead, and India secured a 61-run victory over their rivals.
As is standard in International events, both national anthems were played before the match began. Despite the complicated geopolitical climate between India and Pakistan, the fan’s action of singing the opposing anthem has gained significant attention. He recorded the moment and shared it on social media, where it quickly went viral.
Check the video from IND vs PAK match here
