RCB’s stunning victory over Delhi Capitals in the WPL final was celebrated across the country. Fans of Smriti Mandhana and her team rejoiced as RCB lifted the trophy for the second time in four seasons. The win marked another proud moment for the franchise.
Celebrations Turn Ugly on Social Media
While victories and defeats are part of sport, some trolls crossed the line. They attempted to give the result a religious angle. This unnecessary narrative quickly spread across social media platforms.
Communal Narrative Targets Players
Posts began circulating that claimed Delhi Capitals lost because Jemimah prayed to Jesus and did not receive help. At the same time, it was said Smriti prayed to Lord Tirupati Balaji, which helped RCB win. These claims had no connection to the game.
Intent to Create Division
Such statements were aimed at mocking Jemimah purely based on her religion. The larger intention appeared to be the creation of communal tension. This kind of messaging goes against the spirit of sport.
Public Calls Out the Propaganda
Thankfully, many fans refused to fall for this narrative. Several people openly criticised the hypocrisy behind dragging religion into cricket. They stressed that performances, not beliefs, decide match outcomes.
Respect for National Players
Both Jemimah and Smriti are crucial members of India’s national cricket team. They have consistently represented the country with pride. The public must remain responsible while speaking about players who keep the Indian flag flying high in world cricket.
