IPL 2021, Eliminator: Say no to hate-mongering, says KKR as RCB players face abuse on social media
3 years, 2 months ago

IPL 2021, Eliminator: Say no to hate-mongering, says KKR as RCB players face abuse on social media

India TV News  

Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday came out in support of Royal Challengers Bangalore's all-rounder Daniel Christian and his partner Jorgia Dunn after the pair received flak from a certain section of fans following the team's defeat in the Eliminator of the ongoing IPL 2021. KKR posted a video of wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik talking about social media abuse. RCB batter and Christian's compatriot Glenn Maxwell was the first one to call out the social media trolls. Maxwell hit back on social media trolls following the incident.

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Kumble slams fake quotes attributed to him by Kohli, Rohit fan groups on social media, urges netizens to be ‘vigilant’
1 week ago

Kumble slams fake quotes attributed to him by Kohli, Rohit fan groups on social media, urges netizens to be ‘vigilant’

Firstpost  

Spin legend Anil Kumble found out the hard way just how toxic Indian cricket supporters can on on X, as he was caught in the crosshairs of a virtual battle between fans of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma – two of the biggest stars in Indian cricket today and among the greatest of all time. Spin legend Anil Kumble, for …

Anil Kumble breaks silence after fake quotes on Virat Kohli's form, Rohit Sharma's captaincy spark social media outrage
Top News
1 week, 1 day ago

Anil Kumble breaks silence after fake quotes on Virat Kohli's form, Rohit Sharma's captaincy spark social media outrage

Hindustan Times  

Former Indian captain Anil Kumble has issued a strong statement against the misuse of his name and image on social media during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which has sparked controversy with the circulation of fabricated quotes. Anil Kumble reacted to the fake quotes on social media attributed to him These quotes targeted Virat Kohli's form, as well as Rohit Sharma's …

Jemimah welcomes ICC's new AI tool on online abuse: Social media can be harsh
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jemimah welcomes ICC's new AI tool on online abuse: Social media can be harsh

India Today  

Jemimah Rodrigues has welcomed the ICC’s move to introduce a new AI tool to curb online abuse in women’s cricket. India lost their last league game to Australia, after which New Zealand’s win over Pakistan officially knocked them out of the competition. Jemimah, who is currently playing for the Brisbane Heat in the Women’s Big Bash League, lauded the ICC …

Nigerian star Iwobi faces cyberbullying after AFCON loss to Ivory Coast
10 months, 1 week ago

Nigerian star Iwobi faces cyberbullying after AFCON loss to Ivory Coast

Al Jazeera  

The midfielder, a key member of the Nigerian squad, has been scapegoated by social media trolls for years. Abidjan, Ivory Coast – In the aftermath of Nigeria’s defeat on Sunday at the recently concluded Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria midfielder Alexander Iwobi archived all of the posts on his Instagram account, leaving the page blank. The action was in response …

'Messi english na bolay...': Shadab Khan shuts down troll for savage attack on Pakistan cricketer Hasan Ali
1 year, 4 months ago

'Messi english na bolay...': Shadab Khan shuts down troll for savage attack on Pakistan cricketer Hasan Ali

Hindustan Times  

With the rise in popularity of social media over the past couple of years, cricketers have continuously been under the scanner of fans, critics and trolls. Reacting to his teammate's post, Hasan Ali replied, “Mai sadqy jaon wari jaon apny yaar pa Maa Sha Allah nazar na lag jaye.” The 29-year-old is currently out injured due to a finger injury …

To see KL Rahul's name trolled on social media not an easy thing, says Ian Bishop
1 year, 10 months ago

To see KL Rahul's name trolled on social media not an easy thing, says Ian Bishop

India Today  

Former West Indies fast bowler Ian Bishop has backed KL Rahul to find his ground across all formats, sooner than later, and said it would hurt the player to see his name being trolled on social media. Rahul has been facing immense scrutiny over his poor form in Test cricket and the Twitter spat between two former cricketers in Aakash …

'Muqabla karna hai toh mujhse karo…': Wasim Akram to trolls amid Arshdeep saga
2 years, 3 months ago

'Muqabla karna hai toh mujhse karo…': Wasim Akram to trolls amid Arshdeep saga

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan legend Wasim Akram has sent out a stern message to all those who trolled Arshdeep Singh for his dropped catch in the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2022 match. Akram's outburst comes after Arshdeep, India's left-arm seamer was targetted on social media for his fielding error. Wasim Akram has come to Arshdeep Singh's defense and called out all the …

Who are they? Sunil Gavaskar urges cricketers to ignore trolls after Arshdeep Singh controversy
2 years, 3 months ago

Who are they? Sunil Gavaskar urges cricketers to ignore trolls after Arshdeep Singh controversy

India Today  

Former batter Sunil Gavaskar urged the cricketers to not take trolls seriously. On Sunday, September 4, Arshdeep Singh dropped a catch to give Asif Ali a lifeline in the dying stages of the Asia Cup 2022 Super 4 match between India and Pakistan at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. THEY ARE NOBODYS “I actually don't even know why people take all …

Virat Kohli fans abuse Twitter user, son for disagreeing with his comments
3 years, 1 month ago

Virat Kohli fans abuse Twitter user, son for disagreeing with his comments

Op India  

Fans of Virat Kohli are targeting a Twitter user and his 7 year old son because the user disagreed with the Indian captain’s comments on the Mohammad Shami controversy. Thus, when Virat Kohli validated the campaign to defame India through his comments at the press conference, Twitter user Gappistan Radio lashed out at him for the same. Source: Twitter The …

T20 World Cup 2021: Kohli hits out at social media trolls who targeted Shami
3 years, 1 month ago

T20 World Cup 2021: Kohli hits out at social media trolls who targeted Shami

The Hindu  

India captain Virat Kohli has strongly come out in support of pacer Mohammed Shami, who was outlandishly trolled over his religion after India’s loss against Pakistan in the ICC T20 World Cup. But I have never ever even thought of discriminating anyone over their religion,” Kohli said on Saturday, a day before India faces New Zealand in a crucial tie. …

Liberals wake up to Mohammad Shami being abused after T20 defeat: Here's why
3 years, 1 month ago

Liberals wake up to Mohammad Shami being abused after T20 defeat: Here's why

Op India  

Indian fast bowler Mohammad Shami was at the receiving end of online criticism after India suffered a mortifying defeat at the hands of its arch-rival Pakistan in its first T20 world cup match in Dubai. Left-leaning liberals use online criticism of Mohammad Shami to keep the Muslim victimhood narrative alive Many left-leaning intellectuals took to Twitter to claim Mohammad Shami …

Mohammed Shami abused online after India's defeat to Pakistan, Virender Sehwag slams 'online mob'
3 years, 2 months ago

Mohammed Shami abused online after India's defeat to Pakistan, Virender Sehwag slams 'online mob'

India Today  

Former India batsman Virender Sehwag slammed online trolls for abusing fast bowler Mohammed Shami after India's defeat to Pakistan in the T20 World Cup on Sunday. — Virender Sehwag October 25, 2021 Sehwag's fellow former India opener said that the online trolls are the ones who earlier used to burn players' effigies after a defeat. — Aakash Chopra October 25, …

Ferdinand urges social media companies to tackle racist abuse
3 years, 3 months ago

Ferdinand urges social media companies to tackle racist abuse

The Hindu  

Former West Ham United and Queens Park Rangers defender Anton Ferdinand on Wednesday asked social media companies to address the problem of racist abuse on their platforms before a high-profile footballer "takes their life". Others who spoke at the inquiry included former Watford forward Marvin Sordell and former England Women's international Lianne Sanderson. Ferdinand mentioned the torrent of racist abuse …

Kevin Pietersen slams racial abuse of England's footballers after EURO 2020 final loss
3 years, 5 months ago

Kevin Pietersen slams racial abuse of England's footballers after EURO 2020 final loss

The Hindu  

England's former star cricketer Kevin Pietersen on Monday condemned the racial abuse of three Black players on social media after England's loss in the Euro final and wondered if the country should get hosting rights of the 2030 FIFA World Cup. — Kevin Pietersen July 12, 2021 Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Twitter the players …

Alexander-Arnold interview: ‘A lot of people offer opinions. I listen to the select few that matter’
3 years, 7 months ago

Alexander-Arnold interview: ‘A lot of people offer opinions. I listen to the select few that matter’

New York Times  

Trent Alexander-Arnold hasn’t been able to avoid the noise. The 20-strong Hope United ‘squad’ will be managed by Rio Ferdinand and Karen Carney, and coached by Eni Aluko and Robbie Savage “When BT told me about the scheme and what it intends to do, it was a no-brainer for me really,” Alexander-Arnold says. It shouldn’t be something that you just …

Rodgers: Players must not use social media for validation - Football News - Sportstar
3 years, 10 months ago

Rodgers: Players must not use social media for validation - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers condemned the racist abuse directed at players online but said they should not use social media platforms to seek validation about their performances. The FA last week called for the government and social media companies to act quickly in the fight against online racist abuse. 'Have to take the rough with the smooth' Rodgers said …

Football's war on social media trolls: Governing bodies unite against escalating abuse - but what exactly can be done?
3 years, 10 months ago

Football's war on social media trolls: Governing bodies unite against escalating abuse - but what exactly can be done?

The Telegraph  

Bigotted trolling has extended beyond football this week, with Telegraph columnist Maggie Alphonsi receiving sexist abuse while working as a pundit for the opening round of the Guinness Six Nations. Sheff Utd boss Wilder launched an impassioned attack on the "cowardly, disgusting and inhumane" abuse suffered by the likes of Dean as he also revealed United are working with police …

Strongly condemn abuses hurled at cricketers on social media, sad we have to defend MS Dhoni in India: Pragyan Ojha
4 years, 2 months ago

Strongly condemn abuses hurled at cricketers on social media, sad we have to defend MS Dhoni in India: Pragyan Ojha

India Today  

In light of the disturbing incident that happened recently with respect to Chennai Super Kings’ cricketers and their families being dragged down into the darker section of social media where human beings with zero self-conscience hurl abuses at legends. Former India cricketer Pragyan Ojha, a man with all the credibility to speak about this issue, has strongly condemned this shameful …

Daughter of Mahendra Singh Dhoni receives rape threats after lost match
4 years, 2 months ago

Daughter of Mahendra Singh Dhoni receives rape threats after lost match

Op India  

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the former captain of the Indian cricket team has been on the receiving end of social media trolls after Chennai Super Kings lost a match to Kolkata Knight Riders by 10 runs in the 13th match of the IPL 2020 series in Abu Dhabi on September 7. Social media users were furious when they came across posts …

Shocking: CSK players face personal attack on social media after poor IPL performances on field
4 years, 2 months ago

Shocking: CSK players face personal attack on social media after poor IPL performances on field

India Today  

The Indian Premier League, which had seen its inaugural edition in 2008, has been a celebration of cricket, the sheer joy associated with the game we love so much can be felt while we stick to our television screens while watching the tournament. No wonder, it did disturb fans and, quite inevitably, Kedar Jadhav’s batting along with skipper MS Dhoni’s …

Kohli Disappointed and Gavaskar Joined Trolls to Pass 'Distasteful' Comment on Anushka Sharma
4 years, 3 months ago

Kohli Disappointed and Gavaskar Joined Trolls to Pass 'Distasteful' Comment on Anushka Sharma

News 18  

Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma was once again at the receiving end of social media hate and trolling all because her husband and Royal Challengers Bangalore’s captain Virat Kohli had a tough day at work against Kings XI Punjab on Thursday. Indian legend Sunil Gavaskar, who was seated in the commentary box, spoke of Kohli while passing a remark about Anushka …

Never posted communally charged content on social media: T'gana BJP MLA Raja Singh
4 years, 4 months ago

Never posted communally charged content on social media: T'gana BJP MLA Raja Singh

India Today  

Raja Singh, the lone BJP MLA from Telangana and apparently in the centre of a row over social media giant Facebook's policy on hate speeches, has rejected allegations he makes communally loaded posts online, asserting he only works in the national interest. In a report published last week, US newspaper Wall Street Journal had cited interviews with unnamed Facebook insiders …

Justin Langer advises young sportspersons to stay away from social media
4 years, 4 months ago

Justin Langer advises young sportspersons to stay away from social media

India TV News  

Australian head coach Justin Langer has one piece of advice for young sportspersons across the world: stay away from social media. With the advent of social networking sites, sportspersons around the world, at times, have to deal with abusive and threatening messages online and Langer believes "zero social media" is the key. "If I could give any young player any …

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