Pakistani renowned sports presenter Zainab Abbas has finally come out following her departure from India, triggered by an Indian lawyer’s complaint over her previous “anti-Hindu” sentiments.
According to sources, she has now apologized for the harm caused by her posts. The presenter stated in a lengthy post on X (formerly known as Twitter).
— zainab abbas (@ZAbbasOfficial) October 12, 2023
Zainab said, “I have always felt extremely fortunate and grateful for the opportunities to travel and present the sport I love – this one would have been extra special.”
She clarified, “I was neither asked to leave nor was I deported.”
She added, “I understand and deeply regret the hurt caused by the posts that were circulated. I wish to make clear that they do not represent my values or who I am as a person today.”
Zainab’s comments caused an uproar on social media as well.
It must be noted that Zainab had covered Pakistan’s initial encounter against the Netherlands on October 6 in Hyderabad, India, and had to cover the rest of the matches as well.
Meanwhile, She was in India as a presenter for the ongoing ICC Men’s World Cup 2023, however, she left the country on October 9, citing “personal reasons” as the reason for her decision.
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