Sunil Gavaskar had a no-holds-barred remark on overseas commentators’ remarks on Indian fans behaviour, while drawing a parallel with Ashes series.
The Ashes series is known for its intense drama and controversies and so far, the 2023 edition of the iconic rivalry has lived up to its reputation. From controversies over dismissals to pitch invasions, and the hostile England crowd churning out brutal chants for Australian players, the Ashes has been a viewer’s delight so far. And while former India captain Sunil Gavaskar is all in for the home supporters cheering for their side, he pointed out a certain double-standard in Indian context.
Sunil Gavaskar didn’t mince his words in his reaction to overseas commentators’ ‘double-standards’
In his column for mid-day, Gavaskar stated that it is “natural” for the home fans to support their team – England in this case – but insisted that India is always singled out in being unwelcoming towards the opposition team.
“Nowhere has it been more apparent than at the current Ashes series. What bugs is the condescending way, overseas commentators, when they come to India, keep saying how quiet the Indian crowd at the ground is when an Indian batter gets out or when an Indian bowler is hit for a boundary,” Gavaskar further opined.
