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Isa apologized to Jasprit Bumrah: The third match of the 5-match Test series between India and Australia is being played at Gabba, Brisbane from 14 December. A big controversy was also seen in this match. At its center is former England cricketer Isha Guha. Commentator Isha Guha had made racist remarks about Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah. Isha used the word ‘primate’ for Bumrah. Primate means male ape. One stage in the evolution of mammals has been the primates.
Did the female commentator comment?
Jasprit Bumrah gave a good start to the Indian team in the first session of the second day of the match. He dismissed both Australia’s openers cheaply. Former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee was also impressed by Bumrah’s brilliant bowling and said during the commentary, ‘You expect similar performance from the former captain (Jasprit Bumrah).’ During this time, former England cricketer Isa Guha was also commentating with Brett Lee. Responding to Brett Lee, he said, ‘He is the MVP, the most expensive primate, Jasprit Bumrah.’
Isha Guha’s use of the word primate created an uproar on social media. Fans criticized him and forced the 39-year-old commentator to apologize. Isha Guha has apologized to Jasprit Bumrah for his racist remarks. She said, I wanted to praise this great bowler but the wrong words came out of my mouth.
Commentator Isha apologized
Guha said, ‘Yesterday during the commentary I used a word which can have different consequences. I want to apologize for any mistakes I may have made. I set very high standards for myself when it comes to compassion and respect for others. I was trying to show the greatness of his achievement, but I used the wrong word. I am sorry for that. Being of South Asian descent, I hope people understand that there was no other intention or malicious intent. If you listen to me all the way, my intention was to praise one of India’s greatest players. I appreciate it very much. I am a proponent of equality and someone who has spent my entire career thinking about inclusion and understanding in sports.
Ravi Shastri called her a brave woman
Meanwhile, Ravi Shastri, who was commenting, called Isha Guha a brave woman. He said that it takes courage to apologize on live TV. People have the right to make mistakes, because, we are all human. Many times this happens when you have a mic in your hand. Isha Guha is a former England cricketer of Indian origin. His parents moved to Britain in 1970. Isha has played 8 Tests, 83 ODIs and 22 T20 International matches for England.