Introduction: A massive political storm has erupted in the middle of the cricket season. Congress National Spokesperson Dr. Shama Mohamed is facing severe backlash after she called Indian Captain Rohit Sharma “fat” and “unimpressive” in a controversial tweet during the India vs. New Zealand match.
The Controversy: What Did She Say?
As Rohit Sharma returned to the pavilion during the 1st ODI, Shama Mohamed took to X (formerly Twitter) to critique the skipper’s fitness.
- The Quotes: In a now-deleted post, she wrote: “Rohit Sharma is fat for a sportsman! Need to lose weight! And of course the most unimpressive Captain India has ever had!”
- The Comparison: When fans defended the World Cup-winning captain, she doubled down, comparing him unfavorably to past captains like Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, asking, “What is so world-class about him?”
“Shame On Congress” Trends
The remarks triggered an immediate meltdown on social media.
- BJP Reaction: BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla slammed the Congress, tweeting: “Those who have lost 90 elections under Rahul Gandhi are calling Rohit Sharma unimpressive. Shameful body-shaming of a national icon.”
- Fan Fury: Cricket fans trended #ShameOnShama and #RespectRohit, accusing the leader of insulting a player who brought glory to the nation.
Damage Control: Party Distances Itself
Realizing the potential political fallout, the Congress party acted swiftly.
- Official Statement: Senior leader Pawan Khera issued a statement clarifying that Shama Mohamed’s views are personal and do not reflect the party’s stance.
- The Warning: Khera added, “She has been asked to delete the concerned posts and advised to exercise greater caution in the future.”
Conclusion: While the tweet has been deleted, the screenshots are viral. Shama Mohamed remains defiant, telling news agencies, “It was not body-shaming. I believe a sportsperson should be fit. It is a democracy, and I have the right to speak.”
