Sports and Politics

Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary cricketer, was elected to the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, in 2014.

Kiren Rijiju, a former wrestler and sports administrator, was appointed as the Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports in 2021.

Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket captain, has been vocal in his criticism of the government's policies, particularly on issues such as air pollution and farmers' protests.

Sachin Tendulkar has been accused of being a government stooge due to his close association with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Mohammad Azharuddin, the former Indian cricket captain, was involved in a political controversy over his religion when he was accused of match-fixing by a Hindu nationalist politician.

P.T. Usha, the legendary athlete, was involved in a political controversy over her caste when she was denied a Rajya Sabha seat by the ruling Congress party.

Sania Mirza, the tennis player, was involved in a political controversy over her gender when she was criticized for wearing a short skirt during a match.

Dutee Chand, the sprinter, was involved in a political controversy over her sexuality when she was banned from competing in the Olympics due to her high testosterone levels.

Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket captain, has been involved in a political controversy over his political views when he was criticized for his support for the farmers' protests.

Sachin Tendulkar has been involved in a political controversy over his business interests when he was accused of tax evasion.

Sachin Tendulkar has been involved in a political controversy over his charity work when he was accused of misusing funds.

Virat Kohli has been involved in a political controversy over his personal life when he was criticized for his relationship with Anushka Sharma.

Sachin Tendulkar has been involved in a political controversy over his retirement when he was criticized for not retiring sooner.

Dhyan Chand, the legendary hockey player, was involved in a political controversy over his death when he was denied a state funeral by the government.