Virat Kohli Confronts Heckling Fans Post-Dismissal At MCG – WATCH
Fans expected a big knock from Virat Kohli, but he was dismissed for just 36 runs, continuing his lean patch in IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
The ongoing India vs Australia 4th Test in Melbourne has become a talking point due to Virat Kohli's actions on and off the field. On day 1 of Boxing Day Test, former India skipper gained limelight for a spat between him and Sam Konstas, now, the second day saw Kohli making headlines again.
Fans expected a big knock from the Indian batting legend, but he was dismissed for mere 36 runs, continuing his lean patch in IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While walking back to the pavilion, he seemed to hear a remark from someone in the crowd. Virat Kohli paused, turned back, and questioned the audience, asking who made the comment.
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Security personnel stepped in to diffuse the situation, calming Kohli and escorting him away to the dressing room. The video capturing this fiery exchange has gone viral on the internet.
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Virat Kohli almost recreated that incident with a CSK fan at Wankhede 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/35qDBKxuv3
— Pari (@BluntIndianGal) December 27, 2024
Virat Kohli fined 20 percent of his match fee for misconduct with Sam Konstas
On Day 1 of IND vs AUS Melbourne Test, Virat Kohli was involved in a heated exchange with Australian debutant Sam Konstas. During the incident, Kohli made physical contact with the 19-year-old. The ICC launched an investigation, deemed Kohli guilty of misconduct, and imposed a fine of 20 percent of his match fee.
Team India faces an uphill battle to turn the game around
India finds itself on the back foot in IND vs AUS 4th Test in Melbourne after Australia posted a formidable first-innings total of 474.
At stumps on Day 2, India had managed 164/5, with Rishabh Pant (6*) and Ravindra Jadeja (4*) at the crease. Yashasvi Jaiswal stood out with a resilient 82 before being run out, while Virat Kohli and KL Rahul contributed 36 and 24 runs, respectively.
Rohit Sharma's poor form continues as the Indian captain was dismissed for just 3 runs. Trailing by 310 runs, India faces a tough task to stage a comeback.