Amit Mishra denounces 'incorrect' media reports claiming his name in domestic violence case

IANS April 22, 2025 240 views

Veteran Indian spinner Amit Mishra has emphatically denied media reports alleging domestic violence against him and his family. The 42-year-old cricketer, known for his remarkable IPL performances, expressed strong disappointment at the circulation of what he calls "unrelated stories" using his image. Mishra has warned of potential legal action if media outlets continue to misrepresent his name and reputation. His statement underscores the serious impact of unverified media narratives on public personalities.

"I'm extremely disappointed by what's being circulated in the media" - Amit Mishra
Amit Mishra denounces 'incorrect' media reports claiming his name in domestic violence case
New Delhi, April 22: Former India spinner Amit Mishra has categorically rejected the "incorrect" and "unrelated" media reports claiming he and his family members were booked in domestic violence and dowry harassment case filed by the cricketer's wife.

Key Points

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Mishra rejects wife's domestic violence complaint as entirely incorrect

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Threatens legal action against media misrepresentation

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Legendary IPL spinner with record three hat-tricks

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Played for multiple franchises in his cricket career

According to reports, Mishra's wife has filed a complaint seeking Rs 1 crore in compensation and has also alleged that the cricketer’s family demanded Rs 10 lakh and a car at the time of their wedding.

The 42-year-old not only rejected the claims but also threatened to take legal action for using his name and image in "unrelated stories".

"I’m extremely disappointed by what’s being circulated in the media. I’ve always respected the press, but while the news itself may be accurate, the photograph used is mine—which is completely incorrect. Using my image for unrelated stories must stop immediately, or I will be forced to take legal action," Mishra wrote on X.

The spinner has played 22 Tests, 36 ODIs and 10 T20Is for India, claiming 76, 64 and 16 scalps, respectively. He has also scored four half-centuries in red-ball cricket.

Mishra has represented four different IPL franchises over his career, including the now-defunct Deccan Chargers, as well as Delhi Capitals, Lucknow Super Giants, and Sunrisers Hyderabad. He has taken 174 wickets in 162 matches, maintaining an economy rate of 7.37. The leg-spinner remains the only bowler to have bagged three hat-tricks in the history of IPL, achieving the landmark with three distinct IPL franchises.

His last appearance in competitive cricket came in the IPL 2024 season when he played just one game for Lucknow Super Giants against Rajasthan Royals. He claimed the figures of 1-20 in his two overs.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is so unfair to Amit Mishra! Media should verify facts before publishing. He's always been a gentleman on and off the field. Hope he takes legal action against this nonsense.
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Priya M.
The media needs to be more responsible with their reporting. Using someone's image without verification can ruin reputations built over decades 😔 #JournalismEthics
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Sanjay T.
While I support Mishra, I wish he had addressed the actual allegations too, not just the incorrect use of his image. A clearer statement would help.
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Ananya R.
Remember his hat-tricks in IPL? What a legend! Media should focus on his cricketing achievements rather than dragging him into controversies 🤦‍♀️
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Vikram J.
This is why I don't trust news outlets blindly anymore. Fact-checking seems to have gone out the window in the race for clicks and views.
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Neha P.
Hope the real person involved in this case gets justice, and hope Mishra gets an apology from the media. Two separate issues that both matter.

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