A social media war has erupted following Harbhajan Singh’s recent comment suggesting that only MS Dhoni has real fans, while supporters of other Indian cricketers are mostly paid or bots.
His remarks have sparked outrage, particularly among Virat Kohli fans, who viewed the statement as a direct insult. In retaliation, the trend ‘Shame On Deshdrohi Dhoni’ began circulating on X. Dhoni supporters quickly responded with the hashtag ‘#NationalShameKohli’, mocking reports of Kohli possibly playing for an English county team after his Test retirement.
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This online feud between fan groups is an unfortunate display of the toxic side of celebrity worship in Indian cricket culture.
Turning admiration into rivalry does little to honour the legacies of these players who have given their best for the country. Personal attacks and name-calling not only harm the players’ public images but also reflect poorly on the fan communities.
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Kohli, who recently retired from Test cricket, received tributes from Royal Challengers Bangalore fans, many of whom wore India’s Test jerseys in his honour. Despite the heartfelt gesture, the ongoing online abuse has overshadowed the positivity.
Meanwhile, Dhoni remains a revered figure, especially in Chennai, where his contributions to Indian and franchise cricket are deeply respected.
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It is disappointing that fans, instead of celebrating the achievements of Indian cricket icons, choose to belittle others based on remarks made by third parties.
Cricket fandom should foster unity and pride, not fuel division. Such behaviour only tarnishes the spirit of the sport and undermines the values of sportsmanship.
