Why are Pakistan wearing a pink jersey today?

Pakistan’s second match against England in the tri-nation series is taking place today, and the Green Shirts are wearing a pink jersey instead of their usual green kit. The reason for this unusual choice is that the Pakistan Cricket Board has designated the day as Breast Cancer Awareness Day. According to a PCB media release, the objective of this initiative, which falls under Pinktober or the global Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is to raise awareness about early detection, regular screening, timely treatment, and overall increased awareness of the disease within the country.

As part of the initiative, the cricket team, members of the English team, match officials, commentators, stumps, and all stadium graphics and branding will be adorned in pink. The aim is to leverage cricket's wide reach to spread meaningful awareness and engagement around breast cancer. This is not the first time a cricket team has worn pink to support this cause.

South Africa also observes a "Pink Day" at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg, where the home team wears pink kits to raise awareness. Last year, Pakistan participated in a similar pink day during their T20I series against South Africa. The Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) annually hosts the Pink Test match as part of the Australian summer, in support of the McGrath Foundation, a cancer care charity founded by Jane McGrath and her husband, Glenn McGrath.