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'Huge Disrespect': Fans Demand Apology As India's National Anthem Stopped Twice In 1st T20I

Abhinav Tyagi

India national anthem glitch - (Source: @BakBhide/X.com)India national anthem glitch - (Source: @BakBhide/X.com)

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The three-match T20I series between India and South Africa has got off to a bizarre start as there was some technical issue during India's national anthem. When both teams took the field and got ready for the national anthem, there were some issues and few interruptions as the anthem was cut down twice. 

The glitch caught the players off guard as Hardik Pandya was seen clapping and confused, while other players continued to recite the anthem despite the glitch. Nonetheless, the crowd was unfazed by the technical glitch and sang the anthem at the top of their voices. 

However, the issue has not gone well with the fans watching the match across the globe as they took to social media platforms to react to the glitch. At the same time, a section of fans slammed Cricket South Africa for disrespecting India's national anthem, while, a few were upset over certain players' reactions. 

It was a total mess as the anthem was cut-down twice and also the anthem that was eventually played was not also correct and had issues. Here is how the internet reacted to the error.







Scorecard Error Too Hogs the Internet

It was not the only glitch as when the match started the scorecard HUD also had some issues and the broadcasters removed the graphic card for nearly the first over.

At the time of writing this article, everything is smooth and India are batting first. The Suryakumar Yadav-led side have got off to a brilliant start and put 56 runs on the board after 6 overs. However, they have lost a wicket as Abhishek Sharma has returned to the pavilion.