The Grade Cricketer Faces Backlash from Indian Fans Over Kayo Video Collaboration
The Grade Cricketer has drawn criticism from Indian fans over a recent video collaboration with Kayo Sports. The backlash was widespread on social media, prompting a swift response from Kayo Sports, which removed the video to mitigate any potential issues prior to India’s upcoming cricket tour.
Details of the Controversial Video
The video was released this week and became the center of attention almost immediately. Sources indicate that The Grade Cricketer partnered with Kayo Sports as part of a broader contract with Foxtel, Kayo’s parent company.
Concerns Raised
- The video faced immediate backlash from Indian fans on social media.
- Kayo Sports decided to delete the video swiftly to avoid further controversy.
- Private fallout has been reported internally at The Grade Cricketer.
A spokesperson for Kayo Sports and Foxtel has chosen not to comment on the situation. According to an anonymous source close to The Grade Cricketer, the video content was managed entirely by Kayo. The Grade Cricketer team merely participated in accordance with their social media agreement.
Roles in the Collaboration
The source clarified that Perry, a key figure in The Grade Cricketer, had no hand in directing, scripting, or editing the video. Questions posed during the filming were provided by a Kayo employee, and Perry did not engage directly during the video shoot.
Perry and his team allegedly first reviewed the video during its reveal on Instagram, which formed part of their contractual obligations with Kayo Sports. They discovered the video’s removal through the adverse reactions expressed by Indian fans online.
Reactions from Cricket Officials
Australia’s one-day international captain, Marsh, stated he was unaware of any controversy surrounding the video. “I actually haven’t seen the ad, so I don’t know what’s blowing up,” he said from Perth.
Both Cricket Australia and the Board of Control for Cricket in India were contacted for their remarks but chose not to provide comments regarding the escalating issue.
Looking Ahead: A Busy Cricket Schedule
The incident coincides with a busy schedule for both teams. Sunday’s opening match in Perth marks the beginning of an extensive series featuring eight matches, comprised of three one-day internationals and five T20 encounters.
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