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Australia vs India: Virat Kohli fined for barging Sam Konstas in Melbourne Test
India’s Virat Kohli has been fined 20% of his match fee after barging into Australia opener Sam Konstas on day one of the fourth Test in Melbourne.
Kohli clashed shoulders with Konstas at the end of the 10th over, with the former India captain appearing to change direction to make contact as the 19-year-old walked down the pitch to speak to batting partner Usman Khawaja.
The pair exchanged words before the umpires and Khawaja calmed the situation down.
Match referee Andy Pycroft said Kohli, 36, had breached International Cricket Council (ICC) guidelines about “inappropriate physical contact”.
As well as the fine, Kohli incurred one demerit point, but is free to play the fifth and final Test in Sydney next month.
The ICC said Kohli had accepted the punishment, so no formal disciplinary hearing was required.
Konstas, making his Test debut, went on to hit 60 from 65 balls to help Australia reach 311-6 at the close of play.
In a shocking turn of events during the ongoing Test series between Australia and India, Indian captain Virat Kohli has been fined for his altercation with Australian fielding coach Sam Konstas during the Melbourne Test.The incident occurred when Kohli was walking back to the pavilion after being dismissed, and he appeared to barge into Konstas, who was standing near the boundary ropes. The Australian team immediately lodged a complaint with the match officials, leading to Kohli being fined 25% of his match fee for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct.
This incident has added further tension to an already heated series between the two cricketing powerhouses. Both teams have been involved in sledging and on-field confrontations throughout the series, and this latest incident only adds to the drama.
Fans on both sides are eagerly awaiting the next match in Sydney, where tensions are sure to be running high. Will Kohli and the Indian team be able to put this incident behind them and focus on the game, or will it be a distraction that affects their performance on the field? Only time will tell.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the Australia vs India Test series continues to unfold.
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India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 2 LIVE Score Updates: Pat Cummins Invites Virat Kohli For Cover Drive, His Reply Floors All
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India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE Updates: Virat Kohli has looked in good touch while Yashasvi Jaiswal is nearing his half-century in the final session on Day 2 of the Boxing Day Test against Australia. Earlier, India lost the huge wicket of the in-form KL Rahul right on the stroke of Tea, leaving them at 51/2 with one session left on Day 2. Rohit Sharma promoted himself back up to open, but failed miserably, throwing away his wicket after scoring just 3 runs. Earlier, Australia were bowled out for 474, after they dominated the first session of the day. Steve Smith brought up his 34th Test ton in the morning, as Australia added 143 runs in 27 overs before Lunch. Australia captain Pat Cummins also missed out on a fifty by just one run. Jasprit Bumrah led the wickets column once again, with four. (LIVE SCORECARD)
Here are the Live Updates and Scores of Day 2 of India vs Australia 4th Test from Melbourne:
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10:37 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Starc vs Kohli at the G!
Starc is into the attack for the first time after Tea! Kohli will face him. Meanwhile, Boland has just signed someone’s head.
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10:33 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Jaiswal on the charge!
While all the focus is on Kohli, Jaiswal is nearing his 50. Picks another boundary off Boland. Punched back past mid-on and timed perfectly
IND: 75/2 (21.1)
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10:30 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Vintage Kohli!
And Kohli brings out the drive! Excellent shape and timing from the main man. Cummins sort of teased him and Kohli obliged in style
IND: 69/2 (20.3)
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10:28 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Langer praises Kohli!
Amid criticism, Langer describes Kohli as the best player he has ever seen. The former Australia head coach has earned himself a few admirers in India.
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10:23 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Pulled away for 4!
Cummins fires it short, but Jaiswal manages to find the boundary. Pulled strongly through midwicket, rolled the wrists very nicely.
IND: 64/2 (19)
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10:21 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Kohli resists the drive!
Cummins is sticking to the plan but Kohli has left almost everything so far. Shares a laugh with the Australian skipper. Ideal approach from Kohli
IND: 59/2 (18.5)
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10:18 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Kohli-Boland battle!
Solid defence from Kohli! He ends Boland’s over with a single to keep strike. Boland targetting that 4th-5th stump channel. It’s going to be a great battle between these two
IND: 59/2 (18)
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10:12 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Take a bow, Jaiswal!
What a shot from Jaiswal! Short at the body, leans back and ramps it over the keeper and slip cordon for a boundary. Good execution
IND: 56/2 (16.4)
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10:10 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Kohli is up an underway!
Kohli gets off the mark amid loud cheers! Cummins fired it short and wide of leg. Kohli just flicked it off the hip to long leg.
IND: 52/2
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10:05 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Back at it!
We are back as the play restarts after Tea! Virat Kohli getting booed as he walked out from the dressing room.
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10:02 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: All eyes on Kohli!
Big final session coming up for India! It’s going to be a Test for Kohli and the ones after him. Can Kohli shoulder the responsibility?
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09:59 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Team selections slammed!
Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar wasn’t too pleased with the team selection from Rohit and Gambhir.
“Ideally, Shubman Gill should’ve been batting at no. 3 and Rohit Sharma down the order. Harshit Rana should’ve been there in place of Washington Sundar. That’s an XI everyone would have liked. This is just bizarre team selection,” Manjrekar said on comms.
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09:47 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: TEA
A sad end for India right as the rebuild process was going on. KL Rahul had played some beautiful strokes, but Cummins hit timber and Australia will be heading into the break with smiles on their faces now.
Stay tuned to NDTV Sports, as we bring out action post-Tea, when Virat Kohli will join Yashasvi Jaiswal at the crease.
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09:45 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: RAHUL OUT!
Massive wicket! KL Rahul is knocked over by Pat Cummins right on the stroke of Tea! Just as he was looking comfortable and getting ready for a big one, the Australian captain strikes. Big, big blow for India.
KL Rahul – OUT – b Cummins – 24 (42)
IND 51/2 (15)
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09:38 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: 50 up for India!
Rahul plays it towards deep square leg, India pick up 2 runs. Brings up 50 for the team, and the first sign of a good rebuilding done by Rahul and Jaiswal.
IND 50/1 (13.1)
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09:35 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Maiden over
A rare quiet over, as Jaiswal plays out Cummins. We are not far away from Tea, and Jaiswal and Rahul would be hoping to stay put at the crease till Tea.
IND 48/1 (13)
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09:26 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Jaiswal WOW!
Just phenomenal. Home hero Scott Boland steams in, and Jaiswal drives him off to the covers with precise timing. Superb from the southpaw, who is into the 20s now. Doesn’t go for 4 though, the batters run 3.
IND 45/1 (11.1)
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09:23 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Sweet stuff
KL Rahul oozing class here. Superb cover drive, shot of a man in form. India nearing 50 now.
IND 39/1 (10.2)
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09:20 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: 10 overs done
After the early jolt, Jaiswal and Rahul have done well to stabilise the ship. Some wonderful shots in there. Batting conditions are excellent at the MCG, and these two must take advantage to keep India in the game.
IND 35/1 (10)
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09:16 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Glorious strokeplay
After Rohit Sharma’s dismissal, Jaiswal and Rahul have looked really good. Some excellent drives, and they’re steadily taking India forward.
IND 35/1 (9)
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09:10 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Now Rahul!
Full once again, the pitch isn’t helping, and KL Rahul cashes in. Wonderful drive, notches up the second boundary of the over. Cummins under the pump a little here.
IND 34/1 (8)
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09:07 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: 4 more!
Excellent shot. Little bit fuller, perfect spot for Jaiswal to time it to the onside. Nice sound off the bat, second boundary for Jaiswal.
IND 29/1 (7.1)
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09:00 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Positive from Rahul
KL Rahul is getting into rhythm here. First a boundary off the first ball of the over, and then a beautiful cover drive that gets India 3 runs.
IND 23/1 (6)
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08:54 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Big appeal!
KL Rahul trapped on the pads, inviting a big appeal from Pat Cummins! Umpire shakes his head, and the Aussies decide not go for a review in the end.
IND 14/1 (4)
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08:50 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: First 4!
Pitched in short by Cummins and an upper cut from Jaiswal to pick up his first boundary and India’s first of the innings.
IND 13/1 (3.3)
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08:44 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Big disappointment
These are good batting conditions in Melbourne, but Rohit Sharma has squandered the opportunity once again. KL Rahul enters in at No. 3. If Jaiswal and Rahul can survive the new ball, they’ll be able to cash in later.
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08:43 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Rohit OUT!
Disaster for Team India, disastrous return to the top of the order for Rohit Sharma. Fails to judge the bounce, top edge and a simple catch to Scott Boland at mid-on.
Rohit Sharma – OUT – c Boland b Cummins – 3 (5)
IND 8/1 (2)
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08:39 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Sweet timing by Rohit
Excellent control on the straight drive, first runs off the bat for Rohit Sharma back at the top of the order. The batters run three.
IND 7/0 (1.3)
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08:37 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Cummins from the other end
Pat Cummins has taken the new ball from the other end. The two veteran legendary Australian seamers straight into action!
IND 3/0 (1.1)
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08:35 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Fiery from Starc!
Starc is starting with some absolute rippers, and young Jaiswal must be cautious. Apart from that ton in Perth, Jaiswal has looked out of sorts so far in the series.
IND 3/0 (1)
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08:33 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: India underway!
Starc to Jaiswal to get us underway for the Indian innings! Trail by 474, Rohit Sharma is at the other end.
IND 1/0 (0.2)
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08:32 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Rohit Sharma opening!
And a confirmation! Rohit Sharma will be opening alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal. KL Rahul has been demoted to No. 3, a decision that has been critiqued by many, with former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar stating that it’s not a change worth making no matter how many runs Rohit makes.
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08:24 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Who opens for Team India?
Right, here’s the big question now. Who opens for India? Rohit Sharma has been listed at No. 3 in the teamsheet, but has hinted throughout that he will open. So will KL Rahul drop to 3? Big call to be taken by the management here.
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08:22 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: ALL OUT
LBW! Australia are all out! Nathan Lyon walked off even though he took a review, and almost everyone walked off, but it was close. Umpire’s call, but it does stick. Jasprit Bumrah gets his fourth wicket.
Nathan Lyon – OUT – lbw Bumrah – 13 (18)Australia 474 ALL OUT (122.4 overs)
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08:17 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Bumrah is here
Jasprit Bumrah is back into the attack. Can he knock over the tail at last?
Well, not if Nathan Lyon can help it. Flicks it away for a couple of runs second ball. Third ball, digs out a yorker and defends brilliantly.
AUS 474/9 (122.2)
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08:17 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Maiden over
Scott Boland with a composed defence once again, plays out Jadeja. Australia’s tail sticking it out.
AUS 472/9 (122)
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08:14 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Still no wicket
Driven down the ground by Nathan Lyon, and a boundary to end Siraj’s over. 0/122 in 23 overs at an economy of 5.30 for Siraj in this Test. Sorry figures.
AUS 472/9 (121)
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08:10 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: 120 overs done
Scott Boland looks assured in his defence, and Jadeja has no way past. Australia complete 120 overs, and the tailenders have done a fine job right after Smith and Starc’s dismissals.
AUS 466/9 (120)
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08:06 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Another DRS!
Hesitant but long appeal by Siraj in the end, as he traps Scott Boland again. And Boland reviews again! What will it be this time? And it’s WICKETS MISSING. Scott Boland has nine lives today.
AUS 465/9 (118.5)
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08:03 (IST)
India vs Australia 4th Test Day 2 LIVE: Siraj returns
It was a tiring and hapless session for Mohammed Siraj in the morning, but he’s back now to bring in some more pace against the tail. Can he wrap it up for India here?
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India vs Australia 4th Test, Day 2 LIVE Score Updates: Pat Cummins Invites Virat Kohli For Cover Drive, His Reply Floors AllIn a thrilling match between India and Australia on Day 2 of the 4th Test, a moment of sheer brilliance left fans in awe. During the match, Australian bowler Pat Cummins bowled a tempting delivery outside off stump, inviting Indian captain Virat Kohli for a cover drive.
To everyone’s surprise, Kohli gracefully declined the invitation and let the ball go past him. This display of self-control and discipline by the Indian skipper left the crowd stunned and earned him admiration from both teams.
As the match continues to unfold, fans are eagerly waiting to see more such moments of skill and sportsmanship. Stay tuned for more LIVE score updates and exciting moments from the India vs Australia 4th Test.
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Virat Kohli dubbed ‘clown’ by Australian media after Konstas controversy; Ravi Shastri fires back
Former Indian captain and veteran cricketer Vira Kohli has come in the firing line after his altercation with debutant Sam Konstas in Melbourne. Australian newspaper “The West Australian” had headline reading, ‘Clown Kohli’ accompanied with the picture of Kohli with a clown’s nose. The article read, “Indian sook slammed for pathetic bump in teen’s dream Test debut.”. The word ‘sook’ in the Tasmanian region is used for a cowardly person, especially a crybaby.
Ravi Shastri reacts to Virat Kohli clown controversy:
Speaking on Star Sports, former Indian cricket team coach Ravi Shastri said, “You expect that in a home country. I wish our country would stand up for our players in situations like this in a bigger way. I am not surprised by this at all, simply because Australia hasn’t won here in 14–15 years. The last time they won a Test match at the MCG was in 2011. So, when they get an opportunity to go berserk, they will go berserk,”
“I’ve been to Australia many, many times. It’s like the whole country comes behind the team—not just the crowds, but the media as well. I am not surprised because I see that sense of desperation. If Australia had already been 3–0 or 2–0 up, the headlines might have been different.” Shastri added
Virat Kohli fined by ICC:
Virat Kohli’s was reprimanded by many former cricketers for his altercation with Sam Konstas and even fined 20 percent of his match fees by the ICC.
In a statement on the incident, ICC said, “Virat Kohli has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee and awarded one demerit point for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct,” the ICC said in a statement.
“No formal hearing was needed as Kohli accepted the sanctions proposed by Match Referee Andy Pycroft,” the international cricketing body added
Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket captain, has been dubbed a ‘clown’ by Australian media after his controversial confrontation with Australian spinner Adam Zampa during the recent ODI match. The incident, which saw Kohli mockingly imitate Zampa’s bowling action, has caused quite a stir in the cricketing world.In response to the criticism, Indian team coach Ravi Shastri has fired back at the Australian media, defending Kohli’s actions and dismissing the ‘clown’ label as unwarranted. Shastri pointed out that Kohli’s competitive spirit and passion for the game are what make him one of the best players in the world, and that his behavior on the field should not be misconstrued as clownish.
The incident has reignited tensions between the two cricketing nations, with fans and pundits on both sides weighing in on the controversy. While some have criticized Kohli for his behavior, others have praised him for his intensity and commitment to his team.
Regardless of where you stand on the issue, one thing is for certain – Virat Kohli’s on-field antics are sure to keep cricket fans talking for a long time to come.
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Virat Kohli grabs headlines again with his gesture for Steve Smith after Australia batter equals Gavaskar, Lara in MCG
Dec 27, 2024 10:11 AM IST
Virat Kohli walked towards Steve Smith to congratulate the Australia batter after he scored his 34th test century in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG.
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 for Australia’s star batter, Steve Smith, on Friday. When Smith drove Nitish Kumar Reddy through the covers for a boundary to get to his 34th Test century, Kohli immediately started applauding. The former India captain patiently waited for Smith to soak in the adulation from the big crowd. Then, he slowly moved towards him and patted him on his back.
Virat Kohli walked towards Steve Smith to congratulate the Australia batter after he scored his 34th test century Kohli and Smith go back a long way. The duo started their careers at the U19 level in the World Cup in Malaysia in 2008, and since then, their bond has only grown stronger and stronger. Kohli’s gesture for Smith in the 2019 ODI World Cup, asking the crowd not to boo the Australian batter, earned the ICC Fair Play award that year. Smith, on the other hand, has always rated Kohli as one of the greatest all-format platters to have ever played the game.
Steve Smith puts Australia on top
Kohli, who received a 20% fine and a demerit point for breaching the ICC’s Code of Conduct, was not the only one congratulating Smith, who equalled Sunil Gavaskar, Brian Lara, Younis Khan, and Mahela Jayawardene with his 34th Test ton. KL Rahul was also seen applauding the innings.
Smith also went past Virat Kohli to become the batter with most centuries in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This was Kohli’s 11th Test century against India, also the most by any batter.
The former Australia captain, who announced a return to form with a century in the third Test Brisbane, continued his love affair with the MCG, scoring is fifth Test century at the venue.
Smith was unfortunate to be dismissed for 140 when he charged down the track and inside-edged the ball onto his pads, and the ball somehow found its way back to the stumps. But his knock had ensured Australia reached a commanding first total of 474 after opting to bat first in the all-important fourth Test of this series.
In reply, India lost captain Rohit Sharma early and Pat Cummins produced a jaffer to clean bowled KL Rahul right at the stroke of Tea to put the tourists under real pressure.
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Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket team captain, once again showed his sportsmanship and respect for the game as he made headlines with his gesture towards Australian batter Steve Smith after Smith equalled the records of Sunil Gavaskar and Brian Lara at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.Smith’s century at the MCG brought him level with Gavaskar and Lara for the most number of centuries at a single venue in Test cricket. As Smith celebrated his achievement, Kohli was seen applauding and congratulating him, showing his appreciation for the talented batsman’s accomplishment.
This gesture from Kohli, known for his fierce competitiveness on the field, highlights the camaraderie and mutual respect that exists among top cricketers. It also serves as a reminder of the spirit of sportsmanship that transcends national boundaries and rivalries.
Fans and fellow cricketers alike have praised Kohli for his show of respect towards Smith, with many taking to social media to commend the Indian captain for his sportsmanlike conduct. Kohli’s gesture once again solidifies his reputation as a role model in the world of cricket, both on and off the field.
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