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Amit Mishra Slams Yousuf's Derogatory Remark on Suryakumar Yadav

Amit Mishra Slams Yousuf's Derogatory Remark on Suryakumar Yadav
‘Derogatory name’ for Suryakumar Yadav: Amit Mishra schools Mohammad Yousuf, ‘Difference between India and Pakistan’ · livemint.com

After India's cricket victory over Pakistan, Suryakumar Yadav dedicated the win to the Indian Armed Forces and the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack.

In response, some Pakistani players criticized India, with Mohammad Yousuf using a derogatory name for Yadav.

Amit Mishra, a former Indian cricketer, defended Yadav, criticizing Yousuf's remarks and highlighting the difference in behavior between Indian and Pakistani players.

Pakistan also lodged a complaint which the ICC dismissed.

Key facts

Players Involved
Suryakumar Yadav, Mohammad Yousuf, Amit Mishra
Event
India vs. Pakistan Asia Cup match
Incident
Mohammad Yousuf's derogatory remarks about Suryakumar Yadav
Response
Amit Mishra defended Suryakumar Yadav

Quotes

Amit Mishra

Former India leg spinner

“I am with the Indian team. The entire nation is with the team. Irrespective of the level of cricket they play, they show their class. None of the Indian legends used such derogatory remarks. I won't even consider them cricketers. This shows the difference in the thinking level of India and Pakistan”
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“They have done it in the past and will continue to do it. What else do they have left? They complained about the match referee. It was India's decision not to shake hands. But, India respected the sport. We should not listen to such people”
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Suryakumar Yadav

Captain of the Indian cricket team

“India has not forgotten the Pahalgam attack. Dedicating this victory to the victims brings a moment of pride and emotional justice for every Indian”
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