MI Live, amidst the Hardik Pandya-Rohit Sharma controversy, appealed to fans and online bullies to cease trolling players on social media.
MI Live recently issued a request to fans and online aggressors, urging them to abstain from trolling or singling out players. Amid ongoing tensions surrounding Hardik Pandya’s captaincy replacing Rohit Sharma, MI took a stand against abusive behavior.
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In a video shared by MI, the host highlighted their role as a bridge between fans and the team, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy towards trolling. They specifically urged fans to avoid using offensive language, firmly advocating for respectful conduct towards players. Expressing disapproval, the host advocated for respectful discourse, welcoming disagreements but firmly rejecting abusive language.
Following Hardik’s appointment as Mumbai Indians’ captain over Rohit Sharma, some fans displayed disappointment by resorting to offensive online behavior, including burning jerseys. The decision itself, while surprising for a few, didn’t shock many due to ongoing speculations about Sharma’s future, especially after the World Cup 2023 loss. Sharma’s brief clarity about aiming for the T20 World Cup title momentarily eased the uncertainties surrounding his role.
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Last Updated on December 20, 2023
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