Wrestlers Protest LIVE: BCCI President Roger Binny Responds

In response to the wrestlers’ protest against the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) chief, BCCI President Roger Binny on Friday clarified that he was not a signatory to any statement issued regarding the matter. Binny, who was part of the victorious Indian cricket team in the 1983 World Cup, expressed that he believes sports should not be mixed with politics.

Binny’s Clarification

In an interview with PTI, Binny stated, “Contrary to some media reports, I would like to clarify that I have not issued any statement regarding the current situation of the wrestlers’ protest. I believe that the competent authorities are working on to resolve the issue. As a former cricketer, I believe that sports should not be mixed with politics.”

Support from 1983 World Cup Winning Team

Earlier in the day, the members of the 1983 World Cup winning team had voiced their support for the protesting wrestlers. The team had expressed their distress and urged the wrestlers not to take any hasty decision while hoping that their issues would be heard and resolved.

Conclusion

The wrestlers’ protest against the WFI chief has received a response from BCCI President Roger Binny, who stated that he was not a signatory to any statement regarding the matter. The 1983 World Cup winning team has also come out in support of the protest, expressing their distress and hoping that the wrestlers’ issues will be heard and resolved.