New Delhi: Cricket lovers in India are still finding it difficult to face the loss against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup. As usual, netizens started trolling the players and their acquaintances over the loss on social media. But after the match, when Mohammed Shami was attacked for his religion, the matter got worse.
Determined to support his team member, skipper Virat Kohli came out in support of one of his key bowlers and in a statement slammed the trolls for attacking Mohammed Shami.
Many celebrities from both the film and television industry appreciated Virat Kohli’s statement on their social media. From Farhan Akhtar to Nakuul Mehta, watch celebrity reactions here:
Meanwhile, Virat Kohli revealed in a statement that attacking someone over religion is the ‘most pathetic thing’ one can do. He said in a statement, “To me, attacking someone’s religion is the most pathetic thing that a human being can do. Everyone has the right to express their opinion on how they feel about a certain situation.” But I personally never thought of discriminating (against) anyone regarding my religion. It is a very sacred and personal thing for every human being.”
He continued, “People vent their frustrations because they clearly have no understanding of what we do as individuals. They have no understanding of how hard we work on the field. He has no understanding of the fact that a man like Mohammed Shami has led India to many matches over the years and he along with Jasprit Bumrah has been our primary bowler when it comes to making an impact in sports.
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