Brisbane: During the Brisbane Test match, between Australia and India Isa Guha, a known former English cricketer and commentator faced backlash, for her choice of words when complimenting Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah.
During a commentary session Guha stirred controversy by referring to Bumrah as the “Most Valuable Primate ” aiming to emphasize his importance, to the team. The comment quickly drew criticism, on media as people drew connections to the contentious ‘Monkeygate’ incident of 2008 involving Harbhajan Singh and Andrew Symonds.
Guha displayed accountability by addressing the matter to the commencement of day threes play on Fox Crickets broadcast channel.”Yesterday I used a term that could be understood differently ” Guha expressed while conversing with Adam Gilchrist and Ravi Shastri.” I offer my apology for any offense caused.My personal ethos values. Respect, towards others, at a standard.”
The British commentator of origin who played for England in 113 matches elaborated further by saying “When you hear the entire conversation, in context my aim was simply to compliment one of Indias exceptional players whom I greatly respect I used the wrong choice of words and feel truly sorry, about it.”
Ravi Shastri who was previously the coach of the cricket team quickly supported Guhas actions. Commended her bravery, for publicly apologizing on television saying “She’s a courageous woman; it really takes guts to say sorry, on live TV.” Shastri added that everyone makes mistakes as we’re all beings and errors are bound to occur when dealing with microphones in hand; he suggested moving forward from the incident.
The event took place amidst Bumrahs bowling display, at the Gabba stadium in Indias cricket match, against Australia where he stood out despite centuries scored by Travis Head and Steve Smith for the Australian team.
Guha has dedicated her career to promoting diversity and unity, in sports and highlighted her background while expressing her desire for viewers to recognize the lack of ill intent, in her statement.”My intention is not to overshadow the Test match that took place ” she remarked.
Guhas quick response and immediate apology have been positively received by the cricket community for her handling of the situation. Addressing the sensitive matter promptly.
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