A Congress leader’s distasteful comments on Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma have triggered a massive backlash on social media. Shama Mohamed, a Congress spokesperson, labeled Rohit Sharma a “fat sportsman” during the India-New Zealand Champions Trophy clash, sparking widespread criticism from politicians, cricketers, and fans alike. The BJP responded swiftly, with spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari condemning the Congress party for fat-shaming one of India’s most successful cricketers.

Rohit Sharma, who became Team India captain in 2021, has led the team to victory in several tournaments, including the T20 World Cup and two Asia Cup trophies. His impressive record in the IPL, where he has lifted the trophy five times for his Mumbai Indians team, has also earned him widespread acclaim. Despite the controversy surrounding Shama Mohamed’s comments, Rohit Sharma remains focused on his game, having recently expressed his reservations about the IPL’s Impact Player rule, which he believes hinders the development of all-rounders in Indian cricket ¹.

The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many coming out in support of Rohit Sharma and condemning Shama Mohamed’s comments as unacceptable and insensitive. Priyanka Chaturvedi, a key ally of the INDIA block, wished Rohit Sharma good luck for the Champions Trophy, praising his leadership and commitment to the game.