Shama Mohammad Says Rohit Sharma is Just a Regular Player

Congress spokesperson Shama Mohammad made controversial comments about Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma, sparking a political storm. Her remarks on Rohit’s performance and physique led to heated debates across social media and political circles. She stated that Rohit Sharma is "too bulky" and has not been impressive in his leadership, suggesting that he needs to lose weight. According to her, "He is a captain who hasn’t quite made an impact in Indian history. He needs to lose weight."

These comments quickly went viral, causing a stir among cricket fans and political leaders. While some BJP leaders and cricket enthusiasts strongly condemned her remarks, others expressed disbelief over her criticism of a World Cup-winning captain. One social media user praised Rohit Sharma as a "world-class player," to which Shama responded, "Compared to legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Kapil Dev, how much has he achieved?" She further added, "His world-class status? He’s just an average player."

Shama's remarks were heavily criticized by BJP members and cricket supporters, with some even questioning the appropriateness of speaking so negatively about a World Cup-winning player. Body-shaming was also brought up as an inappropriate and unfair critique. Radhika Khera, a cricket fan who joined BJP from Congress, condemned these remarks, saying, "For decades, Congress has been insulting its sportspeople."

Radhika Khera also took the opportunity to criticize Rahul Gandhi, comparing him to Rohit Sharma. She stated, "Rohit Sharma led his team to a World Cup victory, but Rahul Gandhi couldn’t lead his party effectively." She suggested that the Congress Party should focus on electoral strategies and credibility instead of engaging in such controversies, especially targeting a renowned cricketer at this time.

The comments sparked an intense debate among cricket fans, with some supporting Shama Mohammad’s views while others felt it was inappropriate to make such statements. The controversy not only created a divide but could have more significant repercussions within the world of cricket, where public figures and their actions are closely scrutinized. This dispute remains a talking point, with fans and political figures continuing to express their opinions on the matter. For more details on the latest sports news, visit Vaartha's Sports section.