Before Tagging Rohit Fat, Congress' Shama Mohamed Had Called Virat Kohli Hypocrite; Old Post Goes Viral Again

Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed, who is facing criticism for her comments on Indian skipper Rohit Sharma "fat" and "unimpressive", landed in a soup once again after her 2018's post on another ace cricketer, Virat Kohli resurfaced.

In the old post, the Congress leader questioned Virat Kohli's preference for foreign players, brands and questioned his patriotism. At that time also, social media users had questioned her motives.

She had accused Kohli of hypocrisy, noting his endorsements of foreign brands and marriage in Italy.

Social Media Reactions

The comments on Rohit Sharma have reignited discussions about Mohamed's views on Indian cricketers. One user questioned why she seemed to dislike prominent Indian batsmen like Rohit and Kohli. Another user accused her of being anti-India, suggesting her aim was to undermine national pride by criticising celebrated figures.

Mohamed defended her stance on Rohit's fitness, stating it was a general observation about sportspeople needing to maintain fitness levels. She insisted it wasn't body shaming but rather an opinion on athletic standards. Despite the backlash, she maintained her right to express opinions in a democratic society.

Comparisons With Past Captains

Mohamed compared Rohit unfavourably to former Indian captains like Dhoni, Ganguly, and Tendulkar. She criticised his decision-making during matches, citing specific instances where she believed his choices were detrimental to the team. Her comments included questioning his leadership skills compared to past cricket legends.

She further criticised Rohit's performance as both a player and captain, labelling him mediocre compared to predecessors like Kapil Dev and Dravid. Mohamed argued that Rohit's success as captain was due more to luck than skill or merit.

Defending Her Remarks

Despite the controversy, Mohamed stood by her comments, asserting they were made in good faith regarding sports fitness standards. She expressed confusion over the backlash in what she described as a democratic environment where free speech should be upheld.

The uproar surrounding Mohamed's comments highlights ongoing tensions between public figures' opinions and their reception by fans and followers.