Sports anchor Sanjana Ganesan stood up firmly to online trolls who trolled her and Jasprit Bumrah's toddler son, Angad, for the way he looked during the Mumbai Indians' match against Lucknow Super Giants at Wankhede Stadium. Writing a strong statement on Instagram, Sanjana asserted that she would not want her 1.5-year-old son involved in social media gossip.

"Our son is NOT a topic for your entertainment," she wrote. "Jasprit and I do everything we can to keep Angad away from social media because the internet is a vile, despicable place. I understand the risks of bringing a child to a stadium full of cameras, but please know Angad and I were only there to support Jasprit and nothing more."

The unfortunate trolling came after a clip of Angad’s expression went viral online. Some users even irresponsibly used terms like "depression" and "trauma" to describe the toddler’s natural reactions, something that left Sanjana deeply hurt.

"Throwing around words like trauma and depression for a baby says a lot about what we are becoming as a society, and it’s honestly really sad," she added. "You know nothing about our son, nothing about our lives. I request you to keep your opinions true to that." Jasprit Bumrah also shared Sanjana’s post on his Instagram story, backing his wife’s heartfelt message.

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Angad bumrah reaction to Jasprit bumrah wicket😭😂#MIvsLSG

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A Special Night for Bumrah on the Field, a Tough One for the Family Off It

While the online drama unfolded, it was a night to remember for Jasprit Bumrah on the field. The MI pacer delivered a match-winning spell, picking up 4 wickets for just 22 runs, helping Mumbai Indians crush LSG by 54 runs. In the process, Bumrah became Mumbai Indians’ all-time highest wicket-taker in IPL history, a major milestone for the 31-year-old. Since his comeback from injury, Bumrah has been in brilliant form, collecting 9 wickets in 6 games at an average of just 16 and keeping his economy under 7.5 runs per over.

Sanjana and Jasprit, who tied the knot in 2021, welcomed their son Angad in September 2023. The couple recently celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary in March this year. Despite the ugly side of fame they sometimes face, Bumrah and Sanjana remain one of Indian cricket’s most loved and admired couples, known for their humility, grace, and strong bond.

Sunday's experience was a reminder that while players and their families contribute so much happiness to fans, they, too, are worthy of privacy, respect, and kindness outside of the game.