Goa, Aug. 16 -- Irfan Pathan, the T20 World Cup-winning cricketer known for his articulate and insightful commentary, has finally addressed the circumstances surrounding his removal from the IPL 2025 commentary panel. His absence from the season's opening match surprised fans, given his reputation as a sharp analyst across major broadcasting channels. Speaking publicly for the first time, Pathan emphasised that a commentator's foremost responsibility is to serve the fans - by providing honest insights, explaining on-field action clearly, and offering genuine praise or criticism of players, regardless of their stature.

Pathan addressed earlier reports suggesting that he was sidelined due to alleged personal grudges aired on live televisio...