Virat Kohli hits back at SCG crowd with ‘Sandpapergate’ gesture after Steve Smith falls one short of 10,000 Test runs
3 days, 13 hours ago

Virat Kohli hits back at SCG crowd with ‘Sandpapergate’ gesture after Steve Smith falls one short of 10,000 Test runs

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Virat Kohli is known for his antics with the crowds. The former India captain was once again at his animated best on Sunday at the Sydney Cricket Ground, mocking the Australian crowd with a ‘Sandpapergate’ gesture on Day 3 of the fifth Test. The incident took place after Kohli faced jeers from the Australian crowd soon after Smith was dismissed. The Sandpapergate scandal occurred in 2018 when three Australian players— Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft—were found guilty of ball-tampering against South Africa in Cape Town. Also Read | Can Virat Kohli retain his place for England Tests post BGT flop show?

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BGT: Virat Kohli engages in fun banter with SCG crowd, imitates scenes from sandpaper scandal
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3 days, 11 hours ago

BGT: Virat Kohli engages in fun banter with SCG crowd, imitates scenes from sandpaper scandal

Hindustan Times  

Sydney, : Virat Kohli added a touch of drama to Day 3 of the final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test by engaging in banter with the Sydney Cricket Ground crowd, referencing Australia's infamous 2018 sandpaper scandal. BGT: Virat Kohli engages in fun banter with SCG crowd, imitates scenes from sandpaper scandal The moment, coupled with Steven Smith's dramatic dismissal on the brink …

Virat Kohli taunts Aussie crowd with cold-blooded sandpaper gesture after Smith's dismissal, mockingly empties pockets
3 days, 13 hours ago

Virat Kohli taunts Aussie crowd with cold-blooded sandpaper gesture after Smith's dismissal, mockingly empties pockets

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli, known for his fiery on-field persona, has always had a charged relationship with the crowd. His exchanges with fans, especially in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, have often sparked intense reactions, with the Australian fans often responding to Kohli's antics with boos at the stadium. On Sunday, as India sought to break Australia's chase of 162 in Sydney, Kohli responded …

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli riles-up Australian fans with 'sandpaper' gestures on Day 3
3 days, 15 hours ago

AUS vs IND: Virat Kohli riles-up Australian fans with 'sandpaper' gestures on Day 3

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen riling up the Australian crowd during Day 3 of the ongoing fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney. AUS vs IND 5th Test Day 3 Live Kohli’s celebration came right after the dismissal of Steve Smith, who had his involvement in the infamous sandpapergate scandal during the Cape Town Test against South …

Virat Kohli’s SCG exit, one last time in Australia?
3 days, 22 hours ago

Virat Kohli’s SCG exit, one last time in Australia?

Hindustan Times  

Sydney: For a while on Day 2 of the Sydney Test, it felt like the clock had stopped. Boland’s unerring accuracy and the subtle seam movement he extracts from pitches make facing him a bit of a lottery and no one knows that better than Kohli, who has been dismissed multiple times on this tour. He is mesmerising that bat …

Virat Kohli is ‘an artist’: Social media makes fun of Indian cricket legend after another flop show at Sydney
4 days, 8 hours ago

Virat Kohli is ‘an artist’: Social media makes fun of Indian cricket legend after another flop show at Sydney

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Veteran Indian batsman Virat Kohli was dismissed again in a familiar pattern when he nicked a delivery from Scott Bolland outside off stump for his eighth caught-behind dismissal of the series. Kohli scored a boundary early in his innings on Saturday, but Bolland's persistent attack outside off stump meant that the veteran batsman was eventually dismissed on a single-digit score …

Watch: Virat Kohli punches himself in frustration after familiar dismissal in Sydney
4 days, 15 hours ago

Watch: Virat Kohli punches himself in frustration after familiar dismissal in Sydney

India Today  

Virat Kohli was left fuming at himself on Day 2 of the Sydney Test as he once again got out to a delivery outside off stump on Saturday, January 4. Kohli was dismissed by Scott Boland yet again as he was caught fishing outside off and edged it straight to slips as the pacer continued to rock the Indian batting …

Virat Kohli, you're done: Fans furious as Australian horror ends
4 days, 15 hours ago

Virat Kohli, you're done: Fans furious as Australian horror ends

India Today  

Senior India batter Virat Kohli once again got dismissed by edging the ball back to the slip cordon. Edged and caught behind the wicket, all of Virat Kohli's dismissals this series have had a common theme #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/5mz5SGcAbh — 7Cricket December 30, 2024 On Saturday, Kohli got out to Scott Boland, who has explicitly talked about Australia's game plan to …

Virat Kohli faces 'action-replay' end in Australia as same weakness haunts twice at SCG; 23rd such dismissal in 4 years
5 days, 10 hours ago

Virat Kohli faces 'action-replay' end in Australia as same weakness haunts twice at SCG; 23rd such dismissal in 4 years

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli's struggles with deliveries outside the off-stump were once again laid bare as he was dismissed the same way twice during the fifth and final Test in Sydney. Kohli scored a modest 17 in India's challenging first innings on day one, and could muster only six before edging to the slips again in the second. India's Virat Kohli looks …

SCG Test: Steve Smith '100 percent' certain he got his hand under Virat Kohli's catch
5 days, 15 hours ago

SCG Test: Steve Smith '100 percent' certain he got his hand under Virat Kohli's catch

India Today  

Steven Smith was 100 percent confident that he successfully got his hand under the ball while attempting to catch Virat Kohli at slip on the first day of the SCG Test. IND vs AUS, 5th Test: Full Scorecard Walking out at 17/2, Kohli edged a delivery from Scott Boland towards Smith at second slip, with Smith diving low to his …

Virat Kohli out or not? Steve Smith upset over third umpire's call in Sydney Test
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5 days, 15 hours ago

Virat Kohli out or not? Steve Smith upset over third umpire's call in Sydney Test

India Today  

Amidst a stormy build-up to the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, controversy erupted as early as the eighth over when Virat Kohli was adjudged not out by third umpire Joel Wilson in Sydney. HOW THIRD UMPIRE JOEL WILSON MADE THE CALL Joel Wilson, the third umpire, who has faced criticism for contentious decisions against Australia in the past, examined …

5 BGT 2024-25 controversies in pictures: From Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas incident to Yashasvi Jaiswal’s snicko row
6 days, 1 hour ago

5 BGT 2024-25 controversies in pictures: From Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas incident to Yashasvi Jaiswal’s snicko row

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The ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia has been no short of controversies with the Sam Konstas-Virat Kohli incident grabbing the headlines. Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas Row India's Virat Kohli talks to Australia's Sam Konstas on the first day of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The former Indian captain deliberately shoulder-barged Konstas at the Melbourne Cricket Ground …

'Virat also knows what's going on': BCCI told to have 'exit plan' ready as 'lynch mob' expected for Kohli amid poor run
1 week, 1 day ago

'Virat also knows what's going on': BCCI told to have 'exit plan' ready as 'lynch mob' expected for Kohli amid poor run

Hindustan Times  

Former India pacer Atul Wassan believes no one knows what is going on inside Virat Kohli's mind as the 36-year-old continues to struggle in Tests. In the second innings of the Melbourne Test, Virat Kohli once again fell to a delivery outside off as he tried to play a cover drive off the bowling of Mitchell Starc. Amid Kohli's poor …

‘In his element': Virat Kohli sparks captaincy buzz online after instructing teammates against Australia at the MCG
1 week, 3 days ago

‘In his element': Virat Kohli sparks captaincy buzz online after instructing teammates against Australia at the MCG

Hindustan Times  

Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, once again stole the spotlight during the fourth Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Melbourne, Australia. On Day 4 of the match, despite not officially leading the team, Virat’s animated on-field presence—offering tactical advice, adjusting field placements, and engaging bowlers—ignited speculation about his potential return to captaincy. Fielding at second slip during Australia’s second innings, the …

'Virat Kohli back as captain' as animated gestures on Day 4 in presence of Rohit Sharma leaves commentators guessing
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1 week, 3 days ago

'Virat Kohli back as captain' as animated gestures on Day 4 in presence of Rohit Sharma leaves commentators guessing

Hindustan Times  

It hasn't been a series to remember for Rohit Sharma so far. Amid the chatter, Virat Kohli sparked a fresh hope among fans on social media as his animated field gestures on Day 4 of the fourth Test left fans wondering if he had taken over the captaincy role again. India's Virat Kohli reacts on day four of the fourth …

Virat Kohli back as captain? Star batter at his animated best, sets fields at MCG
1 week, 3 days ago

Virat Kohli back as captain? Star batter at his animated best, sets fields at MCG

India Today  

Virat Kohli was at his animated best on the morning of Day 4 during the Boxing Day Test against Australia. A live wire on the field at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, he was constantly in captain Rohit Sharma's ear, bringing a palpable energy to the Indian side. In addition to his constant chatter aimed at the two Australian openers, Kohli …

Virat Kohli subjected to derogatory abuse by Australian crowd during IND vs AUS 4th Test at MCG; watch his response
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli subjected to derogatory abuse by Australian crowd during IND vs AUS 4th Test at MCG; watch his response

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Virat Kohli was subjected to derogatory abuse by the Australian crowd on Friday, Day 2 of the fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Following his shoulder-barge incident with Sam Konstas, the MCG crowd has targeted Virat Kohli every time he steps onto the field, whether during batting or fielding. In a video circulating on social media, Virat …

‘Looks like Jaiswal…’: Smith reacts to Kohli’s huge mix-up on Day 2, remarks ‘Virat was in for a masterclass…’
1 week, 5 days ago

‘Looks like Jaiswal…’: Smith reacts to Kohli’s huge mix-up on Day 2, remarks ‘Virat was in for a masterclass…’

Hindustan Times  

In response to Australia’s first innings total of 474, India looked like they were in a position to counter-attack after the early dismissals of captain Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul. Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal had a huge mix-up on Day 2, which led to the latter's dismissal. Steve Smith reacts to Virat Kohli-Yashasvi Jaiswal mix-up Speaking to Fox Cricket, …

Virat Kohli's shoulder push, fiery antics branded 'theatre' by ENG great: 'How boring it would be without the showman'
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli's shoulder push, fiery antics branded 'theatre' by ENG great: 'How boring it would be without the showman'

Hindustan Times  

Kevin Pietersen, the former England captain, is loving the drama unfolding in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between Australia and India. Virat Kohli's shoulder push, fiery antics branded 'theatre' by Kevin Pietersen Carrett/AAP Image via REUTERS This incident led to Kohli being docked 20 per cent of his match fees. However, Pietersen loves whatever Kohli is doing on the field, saying the …

Virat Kohli confronts ‘boos’ as Australian crowd turns on Indian star batter
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli confronts ‘boos’ as Australian crowd turns on Indian star batter

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Amid the ongoing India vs Australia 4th Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, star India batter Virat Kohli was booed by a group of fans on Day 2 of the match as he was walking back to the dressing room after his dismissal. Former captain Virat Kohli is not only a star player for India …

Virat Kohli booed by MCG crowd on Day 2 of IND vs AUS 4th Test, India batter replies with patient 86-ball 36
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli booed by MCG crowd on Day 2 of IND vs AUS 4th Test, India batter replies with patient 86-ball 36

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli was greeted by jeers from the Australian crowd at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Day 2 of the ongoing fourth Test against Australia as the star batter entered the field alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal after Tea. If his physical collision with Sam Konstas grabbed Day 1 headlines, a pitch invader putting his arms around Kohli's shoulders became the talking …

Nathan Lyon takes a dig at Rohit Sharma’s decision to open, asks KL Rahul ‘What did you do wrong to bat one down?’
1 week, 5 days ago

Nathan Lyon takes a dig at Rohit Sharma’s decision to open, asks KL Rahul ‘What did you do wrong to bat one down?’

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Nathan Lyon left no stone unturned as the Australian off-spinner sledged KL Rahul asking him what did he wrong to change his batting position in the ongoing fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar trophy at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. As Rahul came to the crease at No.3 following the dismissal of his captain, Lyon was heard asking the India batter, “What …

Virat Kohli grabs headlines again with his gesture for Steve Smith after Australia batter equals Gavaskar, Lara in MCG
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli grabs headlines again with his gesture for Steve Smith after Australia batter equals Gavaskar, Lara in MCG

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli may have hogged the limelight at the start of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground for all the wrong reasons but he began Day 2 on a good note. A day after being heavily criticised by fans and former cricketers for his shoulder barge to 19-year-old Australian debutant Sam Konstas, Kohli showed a brilliant gesture …

Shastri calls Australian media 'desperate' for 'targeting' Virat Kohli: 'If it was 3-0, headlines would be different'
1 week, 5 days ago

Shastri calls Australian media 'desperate' for 'targeting' Virat Kohli: 'If it was 3-0, headlines would be different'

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli faced the brunt of Australian media following the shoulder-bumping incident with 19-year-old Australian debutant, Sam Konstas, during the Boxing Day Test on Thursday. Ravi Shastri spoke in detail about the coverage surrounding Virat Kohli in Australian media The lead-up to the Melbourne Test saw Virat Kohli firmly in the spotlight, with much of the attention coming from the …

Virat Kohli puts arm around pitch invader as fan breaches security, sprints to hug Team India star during Melbourne Test
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli puts arm around pitch invader as fan breaches security, sprints to hug Team India star during Melbourne Test

Hindustan Times  

An unexpected disruption occurred on Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground when a pitch invader sprinted onto the field and tried to hug Indian batting star Virat Kohli. A pitch invader is seen with India's Virat Kohli on the second day of the fourth cricket Test In a dramatic moment, the invader attempted to …

Virat Kohli depicted as clown in Australian newspaper, Ravi Shastri reacts
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli depicted as clown in Australian newspaper, Ravi Shastri reacts

India Today  

Former India captain Ravi Shastri said he was not surprised by the 'berserk' reaction of a section of the Australian media to Virat Kohli's on-field bust-up with 19-year-old opener Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. It also stated, "Indian sook slammed for pathetic bump in teen's dream Test debut," referring to Kohli's shoulder contact with the young …

Respect beyond rivalry: Virat Kohli wins hearts with special Steve Smith gesture
1 week, 5 days ago

Respect beyond rivalry: Virat Kohli wins hearts with special Steve Smith gesture

India Today  

After facing criticism for his on-field altercation with Sam Konstas, Virat Kohli once again showed his sportsmanship with a heartwarming gesture towards Steve Smith in the Boxing Day Test. The International Cricket Council fined Kohli 20% of his match fees and handed him one demerit point for shoulder-charging Australian youngster Sam Konstas during the opening day of the Test. Meanwhile, …

Who is to blame for Yashasvi Jaiswal-Virat Kohli MCG mix-up? Pundits weigh in
1 week, 5 days ago

Who is to blame for Yashasvi Jaiswal-Virat Kohli MCG mix-up? Pundits weigh in

India Today  

Legendary India cricketer Sunil Gavaskar and former Australia head coach Justin Langer have shared their thoughts on the Virat Kohli and Yashasvi Jaiswal mix-up on Day 2 of the fourth Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Sunil Gavaskar also weighed in his opinion and mentioned that, given Virat Kohli’s fitness, he would’ve definitely made it to the striker’s end. IND vs …

Virat Kohli confronts booing spectators at MCG after his 1st innings dismissal, security intervenes | WATCH
1 week, 5 days ago

Virat Kohli confronts booing spectators at MCG after his 1st innings dismissal, security intervenes | WATCH

India TV News  

There is a lot going around Virat Kohli in Melbourne currently. Kohli and Jaiswal batted really well for the majority part of the final session on Day 2, barring the final half-an-hour when they lost three wickets in quick succession. Kohli, whose focus might have faded following Jaiswal's dismissal, edged Boland on a harmless good-length ball outside the off stump …

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Didn’t want the occasion to be tainted by physical contact, says Khawaja on Kohli-Konstas confrontation
1 week, 6 days ago

AUS vs IND, 4th Test: Didn’t want the occasion to be tainted by physical contact, says Khawaja on Kohli-Konstas confrontation

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli’s heated exchange with Australian teenage debutant Sam Konstas during the first day of fourth Test of Border-Gavaskar Trophy drew criticism from several former players. “Virat Kohli is such an experienced pro, being wound up by a 19,” Former England Ashes-winning captain Michael Vaughan told Fox Cricket. “It shows Virat Kohli actually changing his line to get into the …

Virat Kohli fined 20pc match fees, demerit point for his altercation with Sam Konstas
1 week, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli fined 20pc match fees, demerit point for his altercation with Sam Konstas

Deccan Chronicle  

Melbourne: India cricketer Virat Kohli was on Thursday fined 20 per cent of his match fee and handed one demerit point by the ICC following his on-field altercation with Australia debutant Sam Konstas on the opening day of the fourth Test here. The incident happened in the 10th over when Kohli and the 19-year-old Konstas bumped their shoulders and also …

Virat Kohli sanctioned following Sam Konstas spat
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1 week, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli sanctioned following Sam Konstas spat

The Hindu  

Virat Kohli was fined 20 per cent of his match fee for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct on the first day of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground here on Thursday. The former Indian captain had cut across the pitch and brushed his shoulder against Australian debutant Sam Konstas in the morning. The youngster …

Sunil Gavaskar ‘unhappy’ with Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG, says ‘don’t want to see these things’
1 week, 6 days ago

Sunil Gavaskar ‘unhappy’ with Virat Kohli shoving Sam Konstas at MCG, says ‘don’t want to see these things’

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During the Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground on December 26, a shoulder-bumping incident between Indian star Virat Kohli and Australian debutant Sam Konstas on Day 1 upset legendary Sunil Gavaskar. Both Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas were involved in a physical confrontation early in the opening session, which created a debate among fans, critics …

'Sam Konstas father of Virat Kohli?': Viral edited Wiki claim after on-field clash leaves fans fuming
1 week, 6 days ago

'Sam Konstas father of Virat Kohli?': Viral edited Wiki claim after on-field clash leaves fans fuming

Hindustan Times  

After Indian cricketer Virat Kohli is making headlines again after video footage showed him intentionally bump into Australia’s 19-year-old debutant, Sam Konstas on the field during India's fourth Test match against the Aussies. Virat Kohli was involved in a heated altercation with Sam Konstas in the fourth test match In a interview, Konstas revealed that he didn't realise what happened …

Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas heated argument: Australian debutant reveals war of words after shoulder-bump at MCG
1 week, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli-Sam Konstas heated argument: Australian debutant reveals war of words after shoulder-bump at MCG

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The shoulder bump between Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli on the opening day of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground grabbed headlines on Thursday. Following the collision, Kohli looked to go his way before the 19-year-old Konstas immediately hit back at the former Indian captain verbally. The youngster played a mature stroke, stating “Whatever happens on the field, …

Virat Kohli slapped with hefty penalty for shoulder-barge with Sam Konstas during Boxing Day Test
1 week, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli slapped with hefty penalty for shoulder-barge with Sam Konstas during Boxing Day Test

India TV News  

Former India captain Virat Kohli has been slapped with a fine and a demerit point for the Sam Konstas incident on the opening day of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Kohli, who seemed to have deliberately shouldered Konstas away in between the 10th and the 11th overs of the Australian innings, has copped a 20 per …

Think Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me, altercations fire me up: Sam Konstas
1 week, 6 days ago

Think Virat Kohli accidentally bumped into me, altercations fire me up: Sam Konstas

India Today  

Australian opener Sam Konstas played down his on-field bust-up with Virat Kohli, saying he felt the former India captain "accidentally" bumped into him on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Virat Kohli created a stir when he appeared to deliberately bump into the 19-year-old opener, who was trying to put pressure on the Indian bowlers after Australia …

Will Virat Kohli be banned for Sam Konstas on-field bust-up? ICC rules explained
1 week, 6 days ago

Will Virat Kohli be banned for Sam Konstas on-field bust-up? ICC rules explained

India Today  

Superstar Virat Kohli might find himself in trouble following an altercation with 19-year-old Sam Konstas on the first day of the much-anticipated Boxing Day Test between Australia and India on Thursday, 26 December. Level 2 offences carry a penalty of three to four demerit points, with corresponding punishments as follows: 50% to 100% match fee fine or 1 suspension point …

Virat Kohli escapes ban, fined for Sam Konstas bust-up at MCG
1 week, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli escapes ban, fined for Sam Konstas bust-up at MCG

India Today  

Virat Kohli was fined 20 percent of his match fee for his altercation with Sam Konstas in India’s fourth Test against Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. "Article 2.12 of the ICC Code of Conduct relates to: “inappropriate physical contact with a Player, Player Support Personnel, Umpire, Match Referee or any other person December 26, 2024 Konstas spoke about the …

Boxing Day Test: Virat Kohli looks rock solid in nets, urges fans not to make noise
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Boxing Day Test: Virat Kohli looks rock solid in nets, urges fans not to make noise

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen fine-tuning his skills in the nets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground ahead of the crucial Boxing Day Test against Australia. On the Indian stalwart's form and his alleged weakness outside off-stump, Rohit said Kohli would find a way out of his rut. While his century in Perth propelled India to a memorable victory …

Virat Kohli faces backlash from Australian media, former-India captain gets lambasted after Melbourne airport row
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Virat Kohli faces backlash from Australian media, former-India captain gets lambasted after Melbourne airport row

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Virat Kohli faced a severe backlash and was called a 'bully' by the Australian media ahead of India's Boxing Day Test, over the Melbourne Airport incident where the former India captain involved in a heated exchange with a reporter and a cameraperson. The incident took place last Thursday when Kohli along with his family arrived at Melbourne airport. Although the …

IND vs AUS: Kohli's outside off-stump struggles continue with Gabba Test dismissal, Gavaskar urges batter to be patient
3 weeks, 2 days ago

IND vs AUS: Kohli's outside off-stump struggles continue with Gabba Test dismissal, Gavaskar urges batter to be patient

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli was dismissed by Josh Hazlewood during the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane on Monday. AP Virat Kohli’s struggles in dealing with outside off-stump deliveries continued on Monday after he was dismissed by Josh Hazlewood on the third day of the third Test between Australia and India in Brisbane. IND vs AUS | Indian cricket team …

Virat Kohli edged and gone: Fans slam pattern after India star flops in Brisbane
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Virat Kohli edged and gone: Fans slam pattern after India star flops in Brisbane

India Today  

India star batter Virat Kohli's struggles against Australia’s bowlers continued as his innings ended early on Day 3 of the Brisbane Test. This dismissal not only intensified pressure on the Indian batting unit, which had already lost opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and then Shubman Gill to Mitchell Starc, but also exposed a recurring vulnerability in Kohli's game. Earlier in the innings, …

Why Virat Kohli will be disappointed with Gabba Test dismissal: Bangar reveals
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Why Virat Kohli will be disappointed with Gabba Test dismissal: Bangar reveals

India Today  

Former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar expressed that star batter Virat Kohli would be particularly disappointed with the nature of his dismissal to Australia’s Josh Hazlewood on Day 3 of the Brisbane Test on December 16. Kohli’s early departure added to the pressure on India’s batting unit, already reeling after losing opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and then Shubman Gill cheaply. The …

Virat Kohli asked to follow Sachin Tendulkar’s Sydney template in Brisbane, Sunil Gavaskar says, ‘If he plays like…’
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli asked to follow Sachin Tendulkar’s Sydney template in Brisbane, Sunil Gavaskar says, ‘If he plays like…’

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Virat Kohli's weaknesses against the deliveries outside the off-stump were exposed in Adelaide when the former India captain was caught off-guard against the likes of Scott Boland, Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc. Legendary Sunil Gavaskar came up with solution for Kohli, urging the right-hander to follow Sachin Tendulkar's Sydney template from 2004 where the Little Master refrained from playing shots …

‘Everyone knows Virat Kohli’s weakness’: Mohammed Kaif
3 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Everyone knows Virat Kohli’s weakness’: Mohammed Kaif

Live Mint  

Former India cricketer Mohammed Kaif has shared insights on Virat Kohli’s struggles against good length deliveries outside the off-stump. He has pointed out that Kohli’s dismissals often follow a predictable pattern, which even less-regular bowlers like Australia’s Scott Boland exploit effectively. In a video shared on his social media, Kaif emphasised that Kohli’s forward press, a tendency to commit to …

Virat Kohli has a serious technical issue to which he just can't find a solution: Sanjay Manjrekar
1 month ago

Virat Kohli has a serious technical issue to which he just can't find a solution: Sanjay Manjrekar

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli was dismissed for 11 on Day 2 of the second Test between India and Australia, falling victim to the fourth-stump line yet again and registering his third low score in four outings in the ongoing series. Virat Kohli fell victim to the off-stump line once again after getting caught-behind on 11 on Day 2 of the second Test …

Watch | DRS Drama: Virat Kohli Confronts Umpire Over Controversial Call Involving KL Rahul
1 month ago

Watch | DRS Drama: Virat Kohli Confronts Umpire Over Controversial Call Involving KL Rahul

ABP News  

The second Test between India and Australia in Perth has been filled with notable moments, one of which involved former India captain Virat Kohli engaging in a heated exchange with the on-field umpire. Also on ABP Live | Mohammad Siraj Sledges Travis Head After Dismissing Him During Adelaide Test; Gets Heavily Booed - WATCH Replays suggested that the ball hit …

Watch: Virat Kohli sledges struggling Marnus Labuschange during Adelaide Test
1 month ago

Watch: Virat Kohli sledges struggling Marnus Labuschange during Adelaide Test

India Today  

Senior India batter Virat Kohli might have been out cheaply on Day 1 of the Adelaide Test match but did not allow his spirits to go down. While fielding late on Day 1 of the Day-Night Test match in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Kohli tried to unsettle the Australian batters with his constant chatter behind the stumps. IND vs AUS, 2nd …

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: What cost ’adamant’ Virat Kohli in Adelaide?
1 month ago

India vs Australia, 2nd Test: What cost ’adamant’ Virat Kohli in Adelaide?

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli's struggle against the deliveries outside off-stump was once again exposed as the former Indian captain perished for just seven on the opening day of the second pink-ball Test against Australia on Friday in Adelaide. After KL Rahul departed for a gritty 37 off 63 balls, all eyes were Kohli as he walked out at the Adelaide Oval much …

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