In a bold move, the Pakistani government has banned the online streaming of the Indian Premier League (IPL) across local digital platforms. This decision comes as a direct response to India’s ban on streaming the Pakistan Super League (PSL), highlighting the ongoing tensions between the two cricket-loving nations.
Popular platforms such as Tapmad have already removed IPL broadcasts from their services. The ban reportedly took effect late Friday night and is expected to be enforced across all platforms that previously aired IPL matches in Pakistan.
🔇 Background Tensions
The suspension of IPL coverage comes not only after the PSL streaming block but also follows India’s reported censorship of Pakistani sports figures' social media accounts — an action that was taken without any official explanation.
With sports diplomacy turning increasingly tense, Pakistan has taken a firm stance to reflect the national sentiment of pride and solidarity.
💬 Public Reaction & Industry Response
Platforms like Tapmad and others are complying with government directives and public opinion. Many Pakistani viewers have appreciated the decision, viewing it as a patriotic step that upholds national honor amidst the ongoing political and digital standoffs.
This shift also marks a significant moment for the Pakistani digital media industry, as platforms realign with national policies and audience expectations.
📢 MEERZEHRI will continue to monitor this evolving situation and bring you updates as they unfold.