'100% I Caught That': Steve Smith Reflects On Virat Kohli's Controversial NOT OUT Decision | WATCH

AUS Vs IND, 5th Test: Steve Smith has opened up on his controversial catch moment off Virat Kohli. WATCH.

Steve Smith managed to catch a stunner alongside Marnus Labuschagne, before the third umpire deemed the catch 'unclean'

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AUS Vs IND, 5th Test: Steve Smith and Virat Kohli combine for a viral moment during the India Vs Australia 5th Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, as the Australian 'nearly' managed to procued a golden duck dismissal of the Indian batter with a sensational take in slip region.

However, after the on-field umpires sent the decision upstairs, some portion of the ball seemed to be touching the ground, and therefore, Virat Kohli was saved by the replays.

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However, Steve Smith has shown his complete disagreement with the decison, stating that he had his 'fingers underneath the ball'.

"100%. There is no denying whatsoever that I had my fingers underneath the ball. Umpires have made the decision and we will move on," said Steven Smith, during an interview before Session 2.

Watch the video below:

"100%. No denying it whatsoever."

Steve Smith weighs in on whether he got his hand underneath the ball in the biggest moment of the morning. #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/bqIy8iGIRm

— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) January 3, 2025

Virat Kohli almost delivered a 'Golden Duck' dismissal for himself, but was saved by a 'controversial' call from the third umpire.

Here's a look at the incident:

Just missed a beat there! 🥶

ICYMI, #ViratKohli was dropped by #SteveSmith on the very first ball he faced!#AUSvINDOnStar 👉 5th Test, Day 1 LIVE NOW! | #ToughestRivalry #BorderGavaskarTrophy pic.twitter.com/iLhCzXCYST

— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) January 3, 2025

Steve Smith On Cusp Of History

Ricky Ponting currently holds the record for most catches for Australia in Test cricket, and the 'Smudge' is merely 3 catches behind from surpassing the all-time great captain for the record.

If Steve Smith avoids dropping more matches, he may very well attain the record at his home ground, in front of his local crowd, against his favourite opposition (India).