In a recent turn of events, former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh has come under severe criticism for making a controversial and allegedly sexist remark during the World Cup 2023 final match between India and Australia. The incident occurred while Harbhajan was in the Hindi commentary box, providing insights into the game.
As the camera shifted towards Bollywood actresses Anushka Sharma and Athiya Shetty in the stands, Harbhajan Singh made a comment that has sparked outrage among netizens.
Singh stated, “Aur yeh main soch raha tha ki baat cricket ki ho rahi hai ya filmon ki. Kyunki cricket ke barein mein toh janta nahi kitni samajh hogi” (And I was thinking whether the conversation is happening about cricket or films. Because I am not sure how much understanding they have about cricket).
This comment, perceived by many as misogynistic, has led to a backlash on social media, with users expressing their discontent and demanding an apology from Harbhajan Singh. The cricketer’s remark is seen as not only disrespectful to Anushka Sharma and Athiya Shetty but also reflective of a larger issue of sexism in sports commentary.
As the video clip circulated widely on social media, it ignited discussions about the role of commentators and the need for sensitivity in their remarks. The incident has once again brought attention to the importance of promoting respectful and inclusive language in sports commentary, irrespective of the gender of those involved.
