Caught on stump-mic: Bumrah’s ‘bauna’ remark for Bavuma lands him in netizens’ scanner
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Kolkata: A stump-mic comment by Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah during Day 1 of the first Test at Eden Gardens has triggered sharp reactions online, after viewers claimed he made a derogatory remark about South Africa captain Temba Bavuma.
The incident took place on the last ball of the 13th over, with South Africa at 62 for 2. Bumrah struck Bavuma on the thigh pad, prompting India to consider a DRS review. As wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant and Bumrah discussed the appeal, the stump mic picked up Bumrah saying “bauna bhi hai,” a phrase many interpreted as a comment on Bavuma’s height.
The Hindi word bauna refers to someone with dwarfism and is often considered offensive when used to describe a shorter person. Clips of the audio quickly circulated on social media, where several users questioned whether the International Cricket Council would take cognisance of the remark. Some even labelled the comment as “racist,” while others debated whether it was said in a casual, non-malicious manner.
The ICC has not issued any official statement so far, but the incident has created a lively discussion online about stump-mic behaviour, player conduct, and what constitutes inappropriate on-field language.
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SIT formed to probe second sexual assault case against expelled Cong MLA Mamkootathil
Thiruvananthapuram (PTI): A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted to probe a second case of sexual assault against expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, police officials said on Friday.
The SIT will be led by G Poonguzhali, Assistant Inspector General at the Police Headquarters.
The team also includes a DSP rank officer and sub-inspectors, officials added.
The second sexual assault complaint was received by the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee, which it forwarded to the state police chief.
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Following this, the Crime Branch registered a case and launched an investigation.
Crime Branch officials said the email complaint contained only the sender's email ID and no other contact details.
As part of the probe, they have sent a reply email requesting that the complainant contact them and provide her statement.
The complainant has alleged that she was sexually assaulted under the false promise of marriage, a Crime Branch official said.
However, details such as the location and date of the alleged incident are not currently available to the police.
The SIT will attempt to trace the sender of the email and record her statement, which is crucial for further investigation, the officer said.
Mamkootathil was expelled from the Congress party on Thursday after a court here rejected his anticipatory bail petition in another rape case.
Police said he is currently absconding, and a manhunt is underway in Kerala and neighbouring states.
