Isa Guha's full on-air statement over Jasprit Bumrah comments

Respected international commentator Isa Guha has directly addressed concerns about remarks she made in yesterday’s cricket coverage.

Speaking on Fox Cricket’s coverage of the third Test between Australia and India at the Gabba, Guha apologised for any offence caused by comments she made about Indian supertar Jasprit Bumrah on day two.

“Yesterday in commentary I used a word that can be interpreted in a number of different ways,” Guha, who was rated the best female commentator in the world by Last Word on Sport in 2021, said.

“I set myself really high standards when it comes to empathy and respect of others and if you listen to the full transcript, I only meant the highest praise for one of India’s greatest players and someone that I admire greatly as well.

“I’m an advocate for equality and someone who has spent their career thinking about inclusion and understanding in the game.

“I’m trying to frame the enormity of his achievements and I’ve chosen the wrong word, and for that I am deeply sorry.

“As someone who is also of South-Asian heritage I hope people would recognise that there was no other intention or malice there.

“I hope that this hasn’t overshadowed what has been a great Test match so far and I look forward to seeing how it progresses.

“But once again, I’m really, really sorry.”