Pratika Rawal, one of the most promising faces of the recent Women’s World Cup, is once again in the headlines today — but this time, not because of cricket.
Her edited and morphed photos started circulating on social media, and soon they went viral. After staying silent for a while, Pratika finally spoke up and made her stand crystal clear.
I do not authorise these photos
The star batter posted a strong message saying that the viral images are not real and she has never approved or authorised them.
She added that such fake edits are not only misleading but also hurtful for any athlete who works hard to build her career.
According to her, being in the public eye does not mean losing the right to dignity or privacy.
Edited photos can damage reputation
Pratika highlighted that:
- edited images spread misinformation
- young fans get influenced wrongly
- female athletes are often targeted online
- mental health gets affected
She requested people not to share or forward such content just for fun or likes.
Fans come out in support
As soon as her statement went live, thousands of fans supported her.
Many appreciated her for:
- speaking confidently
- taking a stand for women athletes
- addressing online harassment
Supporters also urged platforms to act strictly against fake edits and AI-generated photos.
Reminder for everyone online
This incident is a reminder that :
👉 Not everything we see online is real
👉 Sharing edited photos can harm real people
👉 Consent matters — even for public figures
Pratika Rawal ended her note by saying she wants to focus on cricket, not controversy — and that is exactly where her fans want to see her shining.