Ravi Shastri Criticized for Body Shaming Fan

During the India vs New Zealand Test match on October 18, commentator Ravi Shastri faced backlash for making remarks about a fan eating ice cream in the stands. He referred to the man as a 'big unit' and joked about him hiding the ice cream from family disapproval, which many viewers deemed body-shaming. Social media erupted with criticism, with some users expressing disgust at the comments and others finding them humorous. Despite the backlash, Shastri appeared unrepentant, even sharing the clip on social media with a lighthearted comment about ice cream. This incident overshadowed a significant performance by Indian batters, who showed resilience after a poor first innings. The commentary drew mixed reactions, highlighting the fine line between humor and insensitivity in sports broadcasting.