Ricky Ponting debunks circulating misquote regarding the India-Pakistan handshake scandal
The Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan, which took place following months of speculation and worsening political ties, was marred by controversy off the field. The post-match proceedings were overshadowed by a heated handshake controversy, with both teams refusing to shake hands, and the involvement of former Australian cricket captain Ricky Ponting.
Ricky Ponting, who is among a growing list of cricketers targeted with fake quotes on social media, was falsely quoted in a post that circulated after the handshake controversy. The quote, which claimed that the match would be remembered as a loss for India and a victory for Pakistan, with the Pakistani team being champions of the 'gentleman's game,' was not authentic.
Ponting's manager, James Henderson, quickly clarified that the comments attributed to him about the Asia Cup were fake. Similarly, last year, Adam Gilchrist was in the eye of the storm due to fake quotes on social media. Test skipper Pat Cummins had to publicly refute a fake quote attributed to him earlier this year, and Simon Doull, Ambati Rayudu, and Nasser Hussain have also faced similar issues in recent times.
The Pakistan Cricket Board lodged a formal protest and asked for the removal of match referee Andy Pycroft, citing the handshake controversy as a breach of sportsmanship. The Indian team's refusal to shake hands with the Pakistani team added fuel to the fire, with the incident casting a shadow over the spirit of the game.
Amidst the chaos, Ponting himself took to social media to deny the fake quotes, expressing his disappointment over the incident. He emphasized the importance of sportsmanship and respect between players, urging everyone to maintain the integrity of the game.
Despite the controversy, the Asia Cup website continued to provide live scores, match stats, quizzes, latest cricket news, player updates, team standings, match highlights, video analysis, and live match odds, offering a platform for cricket enthusiasts to stay updated on the ongoing tournament.
Pakistan pulled out of the post-match presentation, adding to the tension between the two teams. The Asia Cup handshake controversy serves as a stark reminder of the power of social media and the need for fact-checking in today's digital age.
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