Veteran Indian leg-spinner Amit Mishra has hit back strongly at misleading media reports that falsely linked him to a domestic violence and dowry harassment case. Mishra, who remains unmarried, was shocked to find his image used in connection with a case he has absolutely no relation to.
Speaking to IANS, an irate Amit Mishra said, “It’s disheartening and disappointing. A completely fake story is being circulated using my photo. I’m not even married—how can I be involved in a dowry case? This isn’t just lazy journalism, it’s harmful. My family is shaken by this. If media outlets don’t rectify their mistake, I’ll be forced to take legal action.”
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The controversy erupted after reports surfaced claiming a cricketer and his family were booked for dowry-related harassment. Although the reports did not directly name anyone, some publications irresponsibly used Mishra’s photograph, creating widespread confusion and distress for the cricketer and his loved ones.
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…
— Amit Mishra (@MishiAmit) April 22, 2025
Mishra also took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to voice his frustration. “I respect journalism, but this is unacceptable. The news might refer to someone else, but using my photo is completely misleading. This needs to stop immediately or I will take legal steps.”
His long-time coach, Sanjay Bhardwaj also backed Mishra, expressing his anger at the false association. “Amit is unmarried. Associating him with such a story is irresponsible. Facts must be verified before going public.”
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Amit Mishra has had a decorated cricketing career, representing India in 22 Tests, 36 ODIs, and 10 T20Is, with 156 international wickets. He remains one of the top wicket-takers in IPL history, with 174 scalps. His most recent outing was in IPL 2024 for Lucknow Super Giants, where he featured as an Impact Player.
