Former cricketer Subramaniam Badrinath made an insensitive joke about Krunal Pandya’s struggle with cramp pain during a clash against Mumbai Indians. Notably, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru recorded a two-wicket win over the five-time champions in a last-ball thriller to move on the top of the scoring table and knock their counterparts out of the playoffs race. The RCB all-rounder Krunal Pandya came up with a crucial 73-run knock off 46 balls to guide the side to a key win.
During his knock, Pandya dealt with severe leg cramps, but made sure to stand for the team when it was needed the most. However, it seemed that the humidity of Raipur got the better of him and he had to be treated. At one point, Pandya lay down on the crease in pain and MI wicketkeeper Ryan Rickelton came forward to help. The MI star asked his rival for his well being and displayed what true sportsmanship looks like.
However, cricketer-turned-commentator Subramaniam Badrinath came up with an extremely insensitive joke. The former CSK star allegedly said that Rickelton shouldn’t help Pandya and let him just die there so that the defending champions lose the game. Needless to say, the statement went viral in no time and drew strong reactions from fans all across social media as they slammed Badrinath for violating the spirit of the game.
Fans slam Badrinath for insensitive remarks about Krunal Pandya’s cramps
Needless to say, the statement went viral in no time and drew strong reactions from fans all across social media as they slammed Badrinath for violating the spirit of the game. Here are some of the reactions-
While the broadcasting team hasn’t addressed Badrinath’s comments, it is to be seen what actions will they take against the former cricketer.
