Rivaba jadejaBJP MLA and star all-rounder of India Ravindra jadejaThe Indian Cricket team has ignited a major controversy with recent public statements alleging that ‘other players’ were engaged in ‘wrongful activities’ during overseas tours. The comments, made during a local public event in Gujarat, quickly became a national talking point, raising questions about the player’s behavior and the intent behind his statements.
Rivaba praises Ravindra Jadeja’s discipline in the outfield, but hints at misbehavior by his teammates
In the address, Rivaba emphasized her husband’s professionalism, praised him for his discipline and lifestyle while traveling on international assignments. He noted that Cadeja is often required to visit countries England, Australiaand and Uae Shred duties and praised him “I never indulge in any form of vice or drunkenness” describing him as a role model for young athletes.
But it was the comments that followed that caused widespread uproar. Without naming anyone, Rivaba comes out strongly between Jadeja’s behavior and that of his teammates, saying, “Other players of the Indian team are involved in wrong activities when they go abroad.” The vague nature of his claim, coupled with the lack of supporting evidence, has left cricket followers baffled and calls for more accountability behind such a serious claim.
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Fuel assumption and online backlog
RIVABA’s decision not to identify any player or offer evidence is speculative only. Social media platforms were flooded with reactions, with some users openly criticizing her husband’s unnamed teammates, whose statements were irresponsible and damaging, and questioning the motivation. Cricket analysts, comments of this nature, coming from an active international cricketer’s public representative and spouse, carry significant weight and can affect the morale of the team.
As the dispute continues to grow, so do both Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) The members of the Indian team remained silent. No official statement on RİVABA’s claims has been released, nor is there any confirmation of internal discussions on the matter.
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