Guha, who is also a BBC commentator and former England cricketer, was speaking live with colleagues Brett Lee and Allan Border when the controversy broke out.
“Bumrah, today: five overs, 2-4. That’s the tone and that’s what’s expected from a former captain,” Lee said.
Guha replied, “Well, he’s the MVP, right? [The] most valuable chief executive, Jasprit Bumrah. He will be the one to say everything for India and why so much attention has been paid to him in the build-up to the Test match and whether he will be fit.
In Monday’s apology, she said: “I set myself really high standards when it comes to empathy and respect for others, and if you listen to the full transcript, I had nothing but the highest praise for one of India’s greatest players and someone I also greatly admire,” she said.
She said she “tried to frame the enormity of his achievements, but I used the wrong word, and for that I am very sorry.”
“As someone of South Asian descent, I hope people understand that there was no other intent or malice involved,” she said.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri, another Fox Sports commentator, praised her for the apology and urged India to “move on.”
“People have the right to make mistakes. We are all human. Admitting it and saying “I’m sorry”… takes courage. She did it.
“As for the Indian team, the test is on and they want to focus on the game,” he said.
Bumrah continued his achievements on Monday by taking his sixth wicket in the innings.
