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Professionalism seemed to take a backseat after a bizarre video allegedly featuring a Pakistani media panel discussing Pakistan’s crushing defeat against India in the ICC Champions Trophy went viral on social media. In a jaw-dropping claim, the panelists credited India’s victory not to skill or strategy but to ‘black magic’.
Yes, you read that right. With a serious expression, the so-called journalists on the panel insisted that India had orchestrated a ‘jaadu tona’ (black magic) ritual involving 22 Hindu priests (pandits) at the Dubai stadium—two for each Pakistani player.
India’s Dominant Victory and Kohli’s Historic Ton
For context, Team India had every reason to celebrate after its commanding six-wicket win over Pakistan. Adding to the joy, cricket legend Virat Kohli smashed his 51st ODI century, further cementing his legacy. The match quickly became the hottest topic of discussion across social media, sparking celebrations, memes, and reactions from cricket fans worldwide.
But amid all the excitement, this peculiar discussion on Pakistani media left Indians amused and baffled.
‘Black Magic’ Theory Goes Viral
The now-viral video was shared on X (formerly Twitter) by a user named @GaurangBhardwa1, amassing 182K likes in no time.
Watch the video:
भारत की शानदार जीत की बड़ी वजह सामने आ ही गई पाकिस्तानी TV पर चर्चा , भारत ने तंत्रमंत्र के लिए 22 पंडित भेजे थे
— MANISH YADAV (@ManishPDA) February 24, 2025
pic.twitter.com/A5YZNbCtO5
According to the media panel, India allegedly avoided playing in Pakistan because they couldn’t bring their ‘pandits’ along. This, they claimed, was the real reason why India opted to play in the UAE instead.
While the authenticity of the video remains unverified by Times Now, its content was enough to leave netizens rolling on the floor with laughter.
Internet Reacts: Trolls, Jokes, and Facepalms
Social media users had a field day with the absurdity of the claim. Many ridiculed the panelists, while others criticized the Pakistani media for its sheer lack of logic.
“Pakistani anchors are top-class murkh (fools). They are literally accepting India's power!”
“Now I understand why Pakistan is bankrupt. With this mindset, they can never progress.”
“So, these are the educated products of Pakistan? Having a ‘serious’ analytical discussion on live media? Wow.”
“Omg! Check their education level and mindset... they are really cheap.”
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: What’s Next?
This year’s ICC Champions Trophy is being co-hosted by Pakistan and the UAE, with the tournament running from February 19 to March 9. A total of 15 matches are scheduled among eight participating teams.
As for India, its next big challenge is against New Zealand on March 2.
Meanwhile, the internet is still buzzing over Pakistan’s outlandish ‘black magic’ excuse. If anything, this viral moment has proven that when it comes to post-match discussions, some theories are just too magical to believe!
