Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has become the target of body-shaming remarks from his own country. Indian National Congress spokesperson Dr. Shama Mohamed recently criticized Rohit Sharma’s fitness, calling him “overweight” after his 15-run dismissal against New Zealand.
Controversial Statement on Social Media
Dr. Shama Mohamed took to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to criticize Rohit Sharma’s fitness and captaincy. In her now-deleted post, she wrote:
“Rohit Sharma’s fitness remains a concern, and his captaincy has yet to make a strong impact.”
Her remarks quickly went viral, leading to widespread backlash from fans and political figures.
BJP Responds to Congress Spokesperson’s Remarks
The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) strongly condemned the remarks. A BJP spokesperson responded, saying:
“Those who have opposed the country before are now targeting our cricket team. Congress is spreading hate instead of love.”
They also drew comparisons to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, pointing out that his leadership had resulted in 90 election defeats, questioning his party’s credibility in judging Rohit Sharma’s captaincy.
Social Media Backlash and Deleted Tweet
Following the severe backlash on social media, Dr. Shama Mohamed deleted her tweet. However, the damage had already been done, with cricket fans and social media users calling her comments inappropriate and disrespectful.
Similar Criticism Faced by Babar Azam
This is not the first time a cricketer has faced fitness-related criticism. Pakistan’s star batsman Babar Azam has also been under scrutiny for his fitness levels, facing similar remarks from critics and analysts.
Conclusion
Body-shaming in sports has become a hot topic of debate, with fans and experts calling for more respect toward athletes. As the controversy around Rohit Sharma’s weight and leadership continues, the focus should remain on performance rather than personal attributes.