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Dinesh Karthik apologises for his ‘neighbour’s spouse’ commentary throughout Sri Lanka vs England ODI

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Cricketer-turned-commentator Dinesh Karthik apologised for a remark made by him on July 02 through the ongoing One Day International between Sri Lanka and England.
While most welcomed his presence within the commentator’s field, Karthik’s current slip-up was labeled sexist and misogynistic. “Batsmen and not liking bats, they go hand in hand. Most of the batters don’t seem to like their bats. They either like another person’s bat. Bats are like a neighbour’s wife. They always feel better,” Karthik had mentioned jokingly.
However, the assertion didn’t go down properly along with his followers and even his household as revealed by him on document. “I want to apologize for what happened last game. It’s not really what I intended. I just got it all wrong. I apologize to everybody. It’s definitely not the right thing to say,” remarked Karthik whereas being on-air through the third ODI on Sunday.
“I got a lot of stick from my wife and my mum for saying that. I am really sorry that it shouldn’t happen again,” he revealed. 
Netizens react to Karthik’s remark
Several netizens took to Twitter to mock Karthik for his comment.
“Dinesh Karthik clearly not keen to have his Sky contract renewed …,” Tweeted a consumer.
Dinesh Karthik clearly not eager to have his Sky contract renewed … pic.twitter.com/SYbEKH0Sae— Jason Mellor (@jmelloruk1) July 1, 2021
Taking a jibe on the cricketer, one other consumer wrote, “Imagine the conversations that are currently going on between spouses on Dinesh Karthik’s neighbourhood…”
Imagine the conversations which might be at the moment happening between spouses on Dinesh Karthik’s neighbourhood…— Adam Sutherland (@ADSutherland_) July 1, 2021
Some predicted that this is likely to be Karthik’s first and final tour as a commentator.
Fans cheer Karthik
However, Karthik can also be being beloved by his followers on this new position. From calling him a king to complimenting him for his commentary, Karthik’s followers heaped praises.
Same right here for me …Your Commentary Debut has been superb….Now the Journey is gonna be GREAT ☺️— Tarush Jain (@22tarush) June 30, 2021
Some even steered that they have been watching the match just for his commentary. 
That’s actually candy of you greeny . Thanks mate 😊👌 https://t.co/BCW2UvGpWf— DK (@DineshKarthik) July 1, 2021
Karthik’s new Hawaiian apparel has additionally been the speak of the city recently with even Chris Green appreciating his appears to be like.