Controversy Strikes Over PSL Video With Voiceover of Rohit Sharma's

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) is back in the dock for a video its franchise had released after it caused a furore on social media. Multan Sultans, a PSL franchise, had released a video recently with the voiceover of Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, which caused a bitter battle among the fans and cricket lovers. Some have referred to the action as 'shameful' and 'inappropriate,' further pouring fuel into already fiery competition between Pakistani and Indian cricket enthusiasts.

The Video That Triggered the Scandal

The video itself was nothing but the PSL mascot reading out the soon-to-be-present PSL 2025 trophy. But what is wrong here is that the voiceover material used for the video has been lifted from one of the post-match press conferences of Rohit Sharma after India's triumph in the ICC Champions Trophy. The use of the Indian captain's voice by the Pakistan Super League for promotional purposes was unacceptable to most Indian cricket fans, and they reacted in anger and disappointment on social media. The reaction was swift, with users widespread in their condemnation of the franchise for what they saw as a thoughtless and insulting move.

Cricket fans, especially Indians, were displeased with the video. Most of the fans criticized the act on social media, calling the action an insult to Rohit Sharma and Indian cricket. Others questioned why they took up Rohit's voice, whether it was meant as a taunt to the Indian captain or simply a misjudged marketing strategy. Others called the act 'petty' and 'disrespectful,' calling for the PSL and Multan Sultans to take down the video.

Others of the Pakistani supporters, though, rallied to the defense of the franchise, arguing that the video was supposed to be some playful trash talk and not taken at face value. The melodrama, though, would not let up, with outraged argument being on all the social media platforms.

Recent Similar Controversies

This is just a week ago when there had been another social media scandal involving former Australian cricketer Brad Hogg. Hogg was earlier reported to have derogatorily referred to the English of Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Rizwan, and Pakistani viewers were not pleased with this. The comments attracted an outburst of public outrage, and everyone was criticizing Hogg for showing disrespect towards Rizwan. This latest controversy following Rohit Sharma's voiceover has simply added fuel to the fire when there was already tension in the air between cricket fans of the two countries

In the midst of all the drama, the Pakistan Super League is preparing for its much-awaited 10th season. PSL 2025 will kick off on April 11, with two-time champions Islamabad United taking on two-time winners Lahore Qalandars at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The tournament holds promise of exciting cricketing action with six teams competing against each other in 34 matches from April 11 to May 18.

Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium will be among the prime venues for the tournament, hosting 13 matches, including two eliminators and the grand final on May 18. Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will also be among the prime venues, hosting 11 matches, including the Qualifier 1 on May 13.

Other major venues such as Karachi’s National Stadium and Multan Cricket Stadium will host five matches each, ensuring fans across different cities get to experience live PSL action. Additionally, PSL 2025 will feature an exhibition match in Peshawar on April 8, with the participating teams to be announced soon.

There will also be three double-headers, two on weekends (Saturdays) and on Labour Day, giving cricket fans more chances to watch their favorite teams in action.

As the Multan Sultans' video scandal makes the headlines, its focus can never be directed towards that. Cricket, in spite of those intense rivalries, has been a unifying pursuit for ages, uniting the supporters in celebration of the game's spirit. Intentionally or unintentionally, by whatever video was built as a troll or a misguided artistic expression, the ultimate high must all be for the PSL and the great cricketers who play in it.

With PSL 2025 around the corner, cricket enthusiasts have plenty to anticipate. The league has grown to be one of the world's greatest T20 leagues, hosting some of cricket's most historic moments. While teams gear up to fight for the highly sought trophy, fans can only wish for the spotlight to move from off-field drama to on-field genius.

Conclusion

The Rohit Sharma voiceover PSL video scandal puts into focus the intense passion cricket generates among its people, particularly in the subcontinent. Amidst social media fights, however, the PSL 2025 mania cannot be lost in off-field theatrics. The Pakistan Super League is still a stage for rising stars and sizzling cricketing confrontations, and that is what should, ultimately, be the focus for all the fans, regardless of national loyalty.