Indian sports fans have expressed strong displeasure after Manu Bhaker was asked about young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during a formal event.
Bhaker, a double Olympic medallist, was attending the 75th anniversary celebrations of the National Rifle Association of India in Delhi when, while interacting with the media, she was posed a question about the rising teenage batting sensation. Many felt the query was out of place, given both the occasion and Bhaker's stature in a completely different sport.
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Despite the awkwardness of the situation, Bhaker handled it with composure and maturity. She remarked that with the right mentorship and guidance, Sooryavanshi has the potential to become a major star in Indian cricket.
However, once the video of the exchange went viral, it triggered backlash among fans, who believed the question undermined Bhaker's own achievements. Social media platforms were soon flooded with criticism, with many users calling out the tendency to steer conversations toward cricket, even in moments meant to celebrate excellence in other sports.
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