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Virat Kohli - Out Or Not Out At Sydney Cricket Ground? Experts Divided On Decision

First day of the ongoing fifth Test between India and Australia grabbed a lot of limelight due to multiple reasons. The day with Rohit Sharma missing the match and giving the captaincy to Jasprit Bumrah. As everyone was coping with Rohit's absence, another row escalated after star batter Virat Kohli got embroiled into a controversial call with the third umpire. The incident took place in the 7.5 over of India's first session when Virat Kohli walked in as he replaced Yashasvi Jaiswal on the crease.

"On The Wrong Side...": Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence On Yashasvi Jaiswal's Controversial Dismissal In MCG

First undone by an unfortunate run-out, then denied a century by a controversial third umpire call, Yashasvi Jaiswal had quite a drama-filled outing against Australia in the 4th Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Jaiswal came close to scoring a century in both the innings but had to return to the dressing room in the 80s on both occasions. His dismissal in the second innings, however, triggered a huge controversy, with the third umpire deciding to overturn the on-field umpire's call despite Snicko not showing a spike. In the press conference, India captain Rohit Sharma admitted that the team was "unfortunate" about the decision made by the third umpire.

Watch: Yashasvi Jaiswal In Heated Chat With Umpires Over Controversial DRS Decision

Indian cricket team batter Yashasvi Jaiswal was left fuming following a controversial DRS decision on Day 5 of the fourth Test match in Melbourne on Monday. Jaiswal was looking in brilliant form against the Australia bowlers but his gritty knock came to an end as he was caught behind off the bowling of Pat Cummins. During the 71st over of India's second innings, Jaiswal decided to pull a short delivery from Cummins but the ball went behind and was caught by Alex Carey. While the umpire did not think that there was any edge involved, the Australia cricketers looked confident as they opted for a review.

"Don't Hide Behind Jasprit Bumrah": Ricky Ponting Decodes Rohit Sharma's Viral Chat With Team

India captain Rohit Sharma was not happy with pacer Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep as Australia's tail frustrated them on Day 4 of the 4th Test in Melbourne on Sunday. Rohit was seen having an intense discussion with the team during a drinks break, and let his frustration known to the likes of Siraj and Akash. Australia were 91/6 at one stage, before Pat Cummins led a strong rearguard from the tail. As a result, Rohit lashed out at the duo as Australia extended their lead to 333.

"If My Life Was On Line...": Ex-Australia Star On Why Virat Kohli Is Greater Than Sachin Tendulkar

Virat Kohli has copped a fair bit of criticism in recent weeks due to his patchy form amidst a crucial Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25. However, in a superlative compliment, former Australia opener and current Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) coach Justin Langer has stated that he would pick Virat Kohli over any other batter in the history of cricket if he needed to pick someone to bat for his life. Yes, even ahead of icons like Sachin Tendulkar or Brian Lara.

Watch: Sam Konstas Teases India Fans At MCG, Mimics Shoulder-Barge Incident With Virat Kohli

The shoulder-barging incident between Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli has been one of the most controversial moments of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024/25, resulting in a 20 per cent match fee fine for Virat Kohli along with one ICC demerit point. Now, Sam Konstas has used the incident to fuel banter with the Indian fans present at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). While fielding on Day 3 of the fourth Test, Konstas walked up towards Indian fans and mimicked a shoulder-barge action in front of them.

Watch: Nathan Lyon Mocks KL Rahul With Rohit Sharma Remark Over Batting Order Fiasco

Team India introduced a big change in the batting order on Day 2 of the 4th Test against Australia in Melbourne as skipper Rohit Sharma decided to return to his natural role as an opening batter, pushing KL Rahul to the No. 3 spot. Rohit, who had batted at the No. 6 spot in the previous two matches, decided to return to the top of the batting order owing to his poor form but the move didn't pay the expected dividends.

"You Can't Hang A Man...": India And Australia Ex-Cricketers Argue Over Virat Kohli's Fine For Sam Konstas Clash

Virat Kohli was not extended any special treatment, asserted Indian great Sunil Gavaskar but some former Australian players felt the batting superstar got away lightly for his physical altercation with debutant Sam Konstas in the ongoing Boxing Day Test here. Kohli was fined 20 per cent of his match fee and handed a demerit point for a brief face off with Konstas on Thursday during which the two players bumped shoulders and exchanged words. The run-in was initiated by Kohli but the 19-year-old Konstas insisted that their physical contact was accidental.

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Virat Kohli - Out Or Not Out At Sydney Cricket Ground? Experts Divided On Decision

"On The Wrong Side...": Rohit Sharma Breaks Silence On Yashasvi Jaiswal's Controversial Dismissal In MCG

Watch: Yashasvi Jaiswal In Heated Chat With Umpires Over Controversial DRS Decision

"Don't Hide Behind Jasprit Bumrah": Ricky Ponting Decodes Rohit Sharma's Viral Chat With Team

"If My Life Was On Line...": Ex-Australia Star On Why Virat Kohli Is Greater Than Sachin Tendulkar

Watch: Sam Konstas Teases India Fans At MCG, Mimics Shoulder-Barge Incident With Virat Kohli

Watch: Nathan Lyon Mocks KL Rahul With Rohit Sharma Remark Over Batting Order Fiasco

"You Can't Hang A Man...": India And Australia Ex-Cricketers Argue Over Virat Kohli's Fine For Sam Konstas Clash