This sordid incident has led to a storm across social media platforms with cricket lovers condemning the upset owner.

This outburst did not go down well with former Indian players too. “It is an insult. He is an established India player. Cricket is a team game. He is not solely responsible. There is a support staff led by the head coach. They are all part of the team’s strategy. If at all the owner had a grievance, he could have expressed it privately or in the dressing room. In fact, the full support staff should have been summoned and asked for an explanation. We all feel sorry for Rahul,” said a former Test player.

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He added: “I think the BCCI should step in and ensure these incidents don’t occur in future. The broadcasters should also not telecast these things. It sends out wrong signals to the global game and gives IPL a poor image. There is a need to be more professional.”