Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:24am on 27 Dec 2023,Wednesday Sports
South African spinner Tabraiz Shamsi reveals facing severe online abuse from Indian fans after a controversial wicket-celebration against India's Suryakumar Yadav. Shamsi removed a boot and mimicked speaking into it during the second T20I in Gqeberha earlier this month, sparking negative reactions. The spinner expressed dismay at the personal attacks, stating, "It's the worst it's ever been." Shamsi urged more players to speak against such behavior, emphasizing the need for respectful discourse, "Yes, we're all trying our best... but you need to behave like a human being. You can't carry on like an animal." Despite defending his celebration on social media, Shamsi encountered further hate. The incident highlights the impact of online abuse on players and the call for sportsmanship.
