Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:48pm on 06 Mar 2025,Thursday Sports
Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami faced criticism from cleric Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi for not fasting during India's Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia, calling it a "sin" and a "crime." However, Maulana Khalid Rashid of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board defended Shami, citing Islamic exemptions for travelers. Shami’s family and coach also backed him, urging focus on the final. Politician Rohit Pawar condemned linking religion to sports. Shami led India's bowling attack, taking 3 wickets as India won by 4 wickets. His family called the controversy "shameful."
