Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Chief and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu blamed 'Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party's (YSRCP) 'vindictive politics' after India cricketer Hanuma Vihari announced that he will not play for Andhra alleging mistreatment by the state cricket body.

In an Instagram post on Monday, Vihari made a shocking revelation that he will not play for Andhra again, accusing the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) of mistreatment that has left him 'humiliated', after Andhra's four-run loss against Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals. Naidu took to X (formerly Twitter) to extend his support and said that he stands firmly with Vihari. "It's a shame that even the Andhra Cricket Association has succumbed to YSRCP's vindictive politics. @Hanumavihari, a brilliant Indian international cricketer, has been targeted to the point where he has vowed to never play for Andhra Pradesh. Hanuma, stay strong - your integrity and commitment to the game speak volumes. These unjust actions don't reflect the true spirit of Andhra Pradesh or our people. We stand with you, and we'll ensure justice prevails. #WeStandWithHanuma," Naidu posted on X.