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Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has once again found itself at the center of controversy following the recent conclusion Gavaskar Frontier Trophy 2024-25. Known for his intense personality on the field, Kohli’s fiery interactions and heated exchanges with players have often made headlines, and this series has been no different. From a shoulder incident with an Australian player during the Melbourne Test to mocking the infamous sandpaper scandal in the Sydney Test, Kohli’s actions have become the subject of intense debate in the cricket world.
Virat Kohli’s on-field fights fuel debate
Kohli first made headlines during the Melbourne Test when Kohli and the Australian opener Konstas himself They were involved in a heated confrontation. The altercation occurred after Australia’s 10th innings when Kohli appeared to brush Konstas’s shoulders while walking past him. The physical contact did not sit well with Konstas, who immediately expressed his displeasure. The situation led to a verbal dispute between the two players, which caused the referees to intervene on the field to restore order. While the exchange showed Kohli’s aggressive behaviour, it also drew criticism for crossing the line of sportsmanship.
Kohli made a splash again on the third day of the Sydney Test where his lively gestures caught the attention of fans and critics alike. After Steve SmithFollowing the dismissal, Kohli was seen making a “sandpaper” gesture towards the Australian crowd, an apparent reference to the infamous ball-tampering scandal of 2018. The scandal, which involved Smith, David Warnerand Cameron Bancroft Using sandpaper to alter the condition of the ball remains one of the darkest moments in Australian cricket history. Kohli’s reference to the incident was widely seen as a mocking gesture.
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Simon Katich’s scathing comments on Kohli’s behavior
Former Australian cricketer Simon Katichwho worked with Kohli as a coach Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2019, he has intervened in the recent incidents involving the Indian batsman. Katich questioned Kohli’s mentality during the tour, criticizing his physical contact in Melbourne and reference to sandpaper in Sydney as unnecessary and unpleasant incidents.
“I think you have to wonder what kind of headspace he’s been in on this tour to do that, to make physical contact in Melbourne and then even the other nasty incident in Sydney with the sandpaper reference there with the pockets.”Katich said on ESPN’s Around the Wicket show.
Katich criticized Kohli’s actions, stating that they were unnecessary and referencing outdated controversies, ultimately suggesting that such behavior has tarnished Kohli’s reputation both on and off the field during this tour.
“I mean that in itself there was no need for that. “It’s old news, so in some ways I think it’s tarnished his reputation a little bit on this tour, on and off the field.” Katich added.
