New Delhi, May 9 -- Star Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya on Friday expressed support for the Indian Armed Forces amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, thanking them for their courage and service.

In an Instagram story, the 31-year-old cricketer wrote, "Proud and grateful to our armed forces for the courage and sacrifices they've made. Thank you for protecting and keeping everyone in our country safe."

Several tournaments were suspended or postponed in India on Friday due to the recent escalating cross-border tensions between India and Pakistan.

On Friday afternoon, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced its decision to suspend the remainder of the ongoing IPL 2025, with immediate effect, for one week...