SaralnamaFormer cricketer Navjot Sidhu criticized a social media user on for misquoting him. The user claimed Sidhu wanted Gautam Gambhir and Ajit Agarkar removed from their positions and Rohit Sharma reappointed as ODI captain. Sidhu denied making these comments, calling it fake news. The user deleted their post and account. Sidhu's response gained attention, with many condemning the spread of false information. Gambhir, who succeeded Rahul Dravid as coach, faced initial challenges but led India to victories in the Champions Trophy and Asia Cup. India is currently in Australia for an eight-match white-ball series, having lost the first ODI in Perth. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 20:24 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Former cricketer Navjot Sidhu criticized a social media user on 20 Oct 2025 for misquoting him
- The user claimed Sidhu wanted Gautam Gambhir and Ajit Agarkar removed from their positions and Rohit Sharma reappointed as ODI captain
- Sidhu denied making these comments, calling it fake news