Sports journalist Zainab Abbas safely leaves India

World Cup 2023 presenter Zainab Abbas has safely left India after a complaint was filed against her.

The development comes after an Indian lawyer filed a complaint against her over alleged “anti-Hindu” statements written over a decade ago.

The lawyer reportedly approached police to register a complaint against Zainab Abbas for her alleged provocative tweets. Soon after, Abbas left India on a flight to Dubai.

Abbas was announced as one of the presenters for this year’s World Cup earlier this month. She was really excited about the opportunity to travel to India when the announcement was made.

Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, the presenter had said that she was “humbled” after joining the line-up of commentators and presenters for the mega event.

“There was always intrigue on what lies on the other side, more cultural similarities than differences, rivals on the field but camaraderie off the field, the same language and love for art and a country with a billion people, here to represent, to create content & bring in expertise from the best in the business,” said Zainab.

The presenter added that she was humbled to present in India during the World Cup for the ICC again. “A journey away from home of 6 weeks starts now,” she said.

It is important to note that India has yet to grant visas to Pakistani fans and journalists despite many reminders by the Pakistan Cricket Board.