Gavaskar Warns Fans: Don't Fall for Fake Quotes Circulating Online

Sunil Gavaskar, the iconic Indian cricketer, has issued a strong warning against the proliferation of fabricated quotes attributed to him on various sports websites and social media platforms.

Sunil Gavaskar (X Photo)

In a video message shared on his official Instagram account, Gavaskar directly addressed the issue of misattributed comments, urging fans to exercise caution and critical thinking when consuming sports-related content online.

"Over the last few months, it has come to my notice that a lot of sports websites and individual accounts have been attributing comments and quotes to me that I've never made," Gavaskar stated in the video. He further emphasized, "I request everybody to verify, fact-check, and not to believe everything that they read, particularly coming from some of these individual accounts and sports websites. God bless you all.”

Gavaskar, currently in England as a commentator for the ongoing Test series between India and England, expressed his concern over the widespread circulation of these false statements.

His remarks come after several alleged "quotes" were attributed to him during India’s first Test loss, particularly concerning Rishabh Pant’s performance and Jasprit Bumrah’s bowling. Gavaskar's actual commentary was reportedly twisted by some platforms to generate engagement.