Outrage ensues as Australian cricketer Pat Cummins faces backlash for liking an offensive post targeting Indian cricket stars Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The social media blunder has sparked backlash from fans, questioning Cummins’ sportsmanship and respect for fellow players. The incident has stirred controversy in the cricketing world, with many expressing disappointment in Cummins’ actions. As cricket enthusiasts express their displeasure, the cricketer finds himself at the center of a social media storm, raising concerns about the impact of such incidents on the spirit of the game and player camaraderie.
The ICC World Cup 2023 was a tough pill to swallow for the nation. Despite Team India’s impressive ten consecutive wins, they fell short in the finals against Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The heartbreaking defeat left a lingering disappointment among fans. Adding fuel to the fire, a photo of Mitchell Marsh with his legs on the trophy drew criticism. In the aftermath, controversy stirred as Australian captain Pat Cummins and other players allegedly liked a derogatory post targeting Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. The incident has stirred up further frustration for cricket enthusiasts in the aftermath of India’s World Cup loss.
Controversial Pat Cummins Post Mocks Indian Cricket Team
A few days ago, an Australian Instagram account known for its satirical content posted what seemed like a derogatory meme about Indian players following their loss in the ICC World Cup 2023. The post depicted an operating room where a mother gave birth to 11 children.
Strikingly, the mother’s head was morphed with the face of Australian player Travis Head, while the 11 babies had the morphed faces of Indian cricket team players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja. Notably, Travis Head’s massive century played a pivotal role in Australia’s victory over India in the World Cup 2023 final. The headline of the post humorously read, “South Australian Man Gives Birth To World Record 11 Sons.”
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Aussie Cricketers Face Backlash for Liking Controversial Post
When the post came out, the Australian captain, Pat Cummins, along with other players like Aaron Finch and Glenn Maxwell, quickly liked it. Pat Cummins even supposedly left a comment with laughing emojis. However, reports say that Cummins later unliked the post and removed his comment. Despite that, screenshots of the incident circulated on the media. This didn’t sit well with some netizens, who started criticizing the Australians for approving of a disrespectful post.
A Twitter handle shared a screenshot of Pat Cummins’s comment, sparking a flood of responses from netizens in the comment section. One user remarked, ‘Pat Cummins isn’t as innocent as he seemed.’ Another comment highlighted how Aussies had been provoking Indian fans, mentioning incidents involving Stoinis and Yashasvi as well as Mitchell Marsh and the trophy. A third comment expressed strong disapproval, stating, ‘This isn’t a joke; it’s humiliation. I strongly denounce this.’ See how the netizens are reacting on this.
In the aftermath of these controversies, cricket fans worldwide eagerly await responses from Pat Cummins and other involved players. The incidents have ignited debates on social media about the responsibility and conduct of athletes in the digital age. While disappointment lingers over India’s World Cup loss, the focus has shifted from the field to off-field controversies. As the cricketing community reflects on the impact of social media blunders, it remains to be seen how these incidents will shape the narrative around player behavior and sportsmanship in the evolving landscape of modern cricket.
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