There have been many instances where sportsman have displayed their political ideologies and have also got into trouble. These instances have taken place in the cricketing world as well which has caused some major controversies in the players and sports personalities who had chosen to involve themselves in these political events.

Cricket reporter Peter Lalor has received support from the Australian opener Usman Khawaja after the journalist was told he could not cover cricket for SEN any more due to his social media support of Palestinians.