Cricketers Hardik Pandya and K.L. Rahul have brought the game of cricket into disrepute with their uncouth remarks on a TV show (‘Sport’ page, “Hardik, Rahul were ‘very crass’: Rai”, January 11). It seems that fame and money have gone to their heads. Do they think that they can say anything and get away unscathed? They should be told in no uncertain terms that they have to mind what they say in public or else be shown the door. They are easily replaceable as the country has an abundance of talented cricketers.
C.G. Kuriakose,
Kothamangalam, Kerala
Hardik Pandya’s reportedly obtuse, sexist and misogynistic comments don’t do him proud. Considering that Pandya and Rahul have long cricketing careers ahead of them, match suspensions should act as a very stern warning for them. The BCCI should henceforth ensure prior permission before all contracted players appear on talk shows or give interviews in the electronic media. Our cricketers, who are hero-worshipped, should always act as role models, which includes respecting gender equality at all times. The team management should counsel young players.
A. Mohan,
Chennai
It is fine to be finding fault with the cricketers. But what about the celebrated host of the TV show in question? Did he not have the sense to stop the recording when the locker room talk began?
Radha Subramaniam,
Chennai