‘Shame on those who spread this’: Ashwin dismisses ‘faux information’ on India vs Pakistan | Cricket News

India is ready to play in opposition to Pakistan within the upcoming Asia Cup in September (Image by way of IANS)

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has hit out strongly in opposition to a faux quote attributed to him on social media. The 38-year-old, identified for his outspoken views on cricketing issues by way of his YouTube channel and present Ash Ki Baat, was falsely linked to a controversial assertion concerning the India vs Pakistan fixtures in two separate tournaments. A viral submit claimed that Ashwin mentioned the India vs Pakistan match within the World Championship of Legends (WCL) was cancelled resulting from lack of economic curiosity, whereas the identical fixture within the upcoming Asia Cup remained on due to the cash concerned. The faux submit went on to cite Ashwin as saying, “The amount of money decided the level of patriotism.” Ashwin was fast to close down the false declare, posting a pointy rebuttal on X, as he wrote, “Don’t associate me with this fake news. Shame on those who trigger all this.” The India-Pakistan match within the World Championship of Legends was formally known as off on July 20. The organisers later issued a public apology, acknowledging the damage induced to followers and former Indian gamers. Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan had withdrawn from the sport, adopted by Suresh Raina additionally acknowledging the identical.

R Ashwin on X (Screengrab)

Several former cricketers and figures have been vocal about the identical and shared contrasting views and opinions on the sport not happening. Meanwhile, the Asia Cup is scheduled to happen within the UAE from September 9 to twenty-eight. India and Pakistan have been drawn in the identical group, elevating the prospect of a number of high-stakes contests between the arch-rivals.

Ashwin’s agency response comes amid rising considerations over the spread of misinformation involving public figures and delicate matters in cricket.