Rohit Sharma Fat-Shamed By Politician, Sparks Row | First Sports With Rupha Ramani

Rohit Sharma Fat-Shamed By Politician, Sparks Row | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G

In the midst of India’s crucial ICC Champions Trophy match against Australia, Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma was controversially fat-shamed by a politician from the Indian National Congress, Shama Mohamed. The timing of her post, coming after India’s victory against New Zealand, sparked outrage among fans and political figures alike. Rupha Ramani dives into the absurdity of the remarks, the backlash, and why the politician’s opinions don’t hold weight in the world of cricket. Is fitness truly the measure of a cricketer’s ability? Rupha Ramani dissects the ugly scandal.

Also on the show, Sunil Gavaskar lambastes former English cricketers for accusing India of getting favoured treatment from ICC. With India playing their matches in Dubai, Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain claimed India have the advantage. Gavaskar not only called out England’s failure but also said the cricket world benefits from what India brings to the world. And North Korea has agreed to broadcast Premier League football in the country. While football fans in the country will get to watch the game instead of the original broadcast, a unique version will be presented.See More