Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 07:15am on 15 Nov 2023,Wednesday Sports
Former Pakistani cricketer Abdul Razzaq has publicly apologized after facing backlash for making an inappropriate comment about Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan during a recent event discussing cricket coaching. Razzaq, while addressing intentions in coaching, metaphorically mentioned Rai in a manner perceived as disrespectful. He clarified on Samaa TV, stating it was a slip of the tongue and expressing regret for any unintended hurt caused. The comment, which went viral, drew condemnation from fellow cricketers, including Shoaib Akhtar, who emphasized the importance of respecting women. Razzaq's apology aims to address criticism and uphold standards of decency in public discourse.
