Ratan Tata, the esteemed business magnate, took to Twitter on October 30 to address a viral claim circulating in his name. In a candid tweet, he dispelled the rumours. He made it unequivocally clear that he has never made any recommendations to the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding ‘fines or rewards’ for cricketers. Furthermore, he categorically denied having any connection to the world of cricket.
The background to this statement lies in a series of WhatsApp forwards and videos that falsely asserted that Ratan Tata had pledged a specific sum of money to the Afghanistan cricketer Rashid Khan. While Tata refrained from directly mentioning anyone in his tweet, he wanted to end these baseless claims.
In his own words, Tata stated, “I have made no suggestions to the ICC or any cricket faculty about any cricket member regarding a fine or reward to any players. I have no connection to cricket whatsoever. Please do not believe WhatsApp forwards and videos of such nature unless they come from my official platforms.
This tweet, shared on October 30, rapidly gained traction and has been viewed over 3.7 lakh times, with the numbers continuing to rise. Many individuals expressed their thoughts in the comments section, and their reactions reflected both appreciation and concern.
I have made no suggestions to the ICC or any cricket faculty about any cricket member regarding a fine or reward to any players.
— Ratan N. Tata (@RNTata2000) October 30, 2023
I have no connection to cricket whatsoever
Please do not believe WhatsApp forwards and videos of such nature unless they come from my official…
One user commented, “I know that. Fake news creators don’t spare anyone,” highlighting the prevalence of false information in the digital age.
Another individual, showing gratitude, wrote, “Thanks for clarifying, sir.” This response indicates the importance of prominent figures setting the record straight to combat misinformation.
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A third person conveyed their concern, “Thanks for making this clear to all. Please take care, sir,” underlining the potential consequences of misleading information.
One admirer expressed their loyalty, stating, “We believe in you, sir. Love you.” This sentiment echoes the deep respect and trust that many have in Ratan Tata.
A fifth commenter emphasized the significance of digital literacy in today’s world. They wrote, “Digital literacy is our shield against misinformation. Don’t let rumours break your trust in reliable sources. Your digital world is your responsibility. Verify before you believe.”
