NEW DELHI: Star India wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant expressed his frustration and anger towards those spreading fake news about his potential transfer to Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the upcoming season.
Pant criticized an X user for spreading false information on the social media platform. The user, without providing any credible sources, alleged that Pant’s management had inquired about the possibility of him becoming the captain of the RCB team, but Pant ultimately declined the offer.
The user further insinuated that this decision was influenced by a political agenda, taking a swipe at senior batsman Virat Kohli in the process.
In response to these baseless claims, Pant expressed his strong disapproval and urged the X user to exercise more responsibility when sharing such information.
He emphasized the importance of not creating an atmosphere of mistrust and encouraged the individual to verify the facts with reliable sources before making such statements.
“Fake news. Why do you guys spread so much fake news on social media. Be sensible guys so bad. Don’t create untrustworthy environment for no reason. It’s not the first time and won’t be last but I had to put this out .please always re check with your so called sources. Everyday it’s becoming worst. Rest it’s upto you guys . It’s wasn’t just for you it’s for a lot for people who is spreading misinformation. Tc,” Pant tweeted.
Pant made a sensational century on his Test comeback in the opening game of the two-Test series against Bangladesh in Chennai and re-entered the ICC rankings at an impressive sixth position.
