Pakistani sports presenter Zainab Abbas has revealed why she left India during the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.

Zainab, who was fulfilling the role of a presenter for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, left India on Monday following a formal complaint filed by Indian lawyer Vineet Jindal, who accused her of making “Anti-Hindu” comments on social media in the past.

Zainab has now come forward with a statement on'X', in which she has apologized for her past social media posts.

"I was neither asked to leave nor was I deported," Zainab clarified.

"And even though there was no immediate threat to my safety, my family, and friends from both sides of the border were concerned. I needed some space and time to reflect on what had transpired."

"I understand and deeply regret the hurt caused by the posts that were circulated. I wish to make clear that they do not represent my values or who I am as a person today," Zainab wrote.

"There is no excuse or space for such language, and I sincerely apologise to anyone who was offended."

"Also, I am truly grateful to those who were concerned and reached out during this challenging time," she concluded.