‘Unfair targeting of Kohli shows how statements are twisted to suit the agenda of people’
Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has come in support of team India captain Virat Kohli after he was trolled for asking a fan to leave India for not liking Indian cricketers.
Taking to Twitter, Kaif wrote, “The unfair targeting of Kohli just shows how statements are twisted according to whatever suits the agenda of people.”
He further wrote, “He (Virat) has publicly in the past admired sportsman from across the globe & his statement clearly was in a certain context.But mischievous targeting is a norm for a few.”
The unfair targeting of Kohli just shows how statements are twisted according to whatever suits the agenda of people. He has publicly in the past admired sportsman from across the globe & his statement clearly was in a certain context.But mischievous targeting is a norm for a few
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) November 8, 2018
Earlier, the India skipper Virat Kohli was trolled on social media after he asked a fan to leave the country if he did not like to watch Indian cricketers in action.
Kohli, who launched the ‘Virat Kohli Official App’ on his 30th birthday on Monday, faced the backlash after his reaction to a fan, who confessed his preference for English and Australian cricketers over Kohli’s blue brigade.
“He (Virat) is an overrated batsman. Nothing seems special in his batting. I enjoy watching English and Australian batsmen more than these Indians,” the fan wrote.
Kohli admitted that he was not personally affected by the criticism but pointed out that if someone does not like Indian players while living in India then they should not be living in the country.
“I don’t think you should live in India. Go and live somewhere else. Why are you living in our country and loving other countries? I don’t mind you not liking me. I don’t think you should live in our country and like other things. Get your priorities right,” Kohli replied.
Having faced the wrath of social media users for a couple of days after publicly lashing out at a fan, India skipper Virat Kohli tried to tone down the issue somewhat on Thursday, saying he is “all for freedom of choice”.
I guess trolling isn't for me guys, I'll stick to getting trolled! ?
I spoke about how "these Indians" was mentioned in the comment and that's all. I’m all for freedom of choice. ? Keep it light guys and enjoy the festive season. Love and peace to all. ✌?— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) November 8, 2018
By EP Web Desk
(With Inputs From IANS)
