Pakistan wear pink jerseys against England in Lahore ODI to raise breast cancer awareness

Pakistan are wearing pink jerseys instead of their traditional green for their ODI tri-series match against England at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday, October 25. The change is intended to raise awareness of breast cancer and to promote early detection and timely treatment.

The Pakistan Cricket Board has dedicated the match to breast cancer awareness as part of its efforts to use cricket as a platform for social causes. The initiative coincides with Pinktober, observed globally as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The match is currently underway at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, with both teams using the occasion to support the cause.

By wearing specially designed pink jerseys, Pakistan aim to draw attention to the disease and encourage people to prioritise early diagnosis and medical care. England are also part of this campaign, with players and match officials supporting the initiative. Pink-themed branding and awareness messages are expected to feature during the match, extending the campaign beyond the playing kits.

This is not the first time Pakistan have worn pink jerseys for breast cancer awareness; the team previously donned a pink kit during a T20I against South Africa in October 2025 as part of an awareness campaign. The initiative reflects a wider trend in cricket that uses prominent fixtures to promote social causes, with Australia’s annual ‘Pink Test’ in Sydney cited as another example.

Beyond the awareness campaign, the fixture carries competitive importance for both sides as they look to secure their place in the tri-series final. Pakistan will seek to continue their strong run and strengthen their position in the race for the final. England, meanwhile, will aim to get their campaign back on track after a difficult start to the tournament.

The result of the match will influence both teams' chances of reaching the tri-series final, making the tie significant on and off the field.