Harbhajan Singh (PTI Image)
New Delhi: Former India player Harbhajan Singh found himself at the center of a viral moment on social media after responding to a troll during an IPL broadcast. Harbhajan, known for his outspoken nature, did not back down when he saw a disrespectful comment aimed at him and his fellow commentators.The incident started when an X user posted a picture of Harbhajan Singh with Virender Sehwag and Aakash Chopra from the IPL commentary board and captioned it, “Three clowns.”
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The post quickly gained traction, with fans reacting in different ways, with some criticizing the harsh comment, while others waited to see if any of the former cricketers would respond.Harbhajan quickly responded with a witty but clear comeback: “Inme se ek ko papa chun le.”
His response instantly went viral, with many fans praising his sense of humor and calling it the perfect response to trolling. At the same time, a section of users debated whether such harsh responses are necessary or whether they increase negativity online.The episode highlights how active former cricketers are on social media today, often interacting directly with fans and pundits.
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While criticism is part of the game, moments like this show how quickly things can escalate online. In this case, Harbhajan’s response shifted the conversation, turning a negative comment into a widely discussed and shared moment.In the end, what started as a troll turned into a viral spotlight, proving once again how powerful and unpredictable social media reactions can be in the world of cricket.