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The heat of Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 was palpable on the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) field when the young Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal participated in a lively exchange of words with the representative of Australia Konstas himself during the second day of the fifth Test.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s fiery sledding incident with Sam Konstas
The incident unfolded when Konstas, who had been a thorn in India’s side with his aggressive batting and screeching on the field, found himself at the receiving end of Jaiswal’s sledging. As Konstas struggled to find the limit, Jaiswal was heard mocking him, saying: “What happened, why aren’t there any shots now? Hey Konstas, are you still getting vaccinated? which translates to, “What happened? Aren’t you playing any shots now? Hello Konstas, can’t you shoot anymore?” This moment was captured on video and quickly circulated across social media platforms, highlighting the competitive spirit and traditional culture of sled cricket between India and Australia.
Here is the video:
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What goes around comes around! #Jaiswal donation #samkonst A taste of your own medicine, desi style! 🤣#AUSvINDOnStar 👉 5th Test, Day 2 | LIVE NOW! | #ToughestRivalry #BorderGavaskarTrophy pic.twitter.com/o7XAV0M5HU
– Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) January 4, 2025
Also WATCH: Indian players celebrate in front of Sam Konstas after Usman Khawaja’s dismissal on the last ball of Day 1 in the 5th Test – AUS vs IND
Mental Warfare: Konstas’s Antics and Jaiswal’s Resistance
This verbal joust occurred at a time when both players were trying to impose dominance in the match. Konstas had previously made headlines for his fearless approach, both with the bat and his antics on the field, often annoying the Indian players. Jaiswal, on the other hand, had been a consistent performer for India in this series, showing resilience and adaptability in his batting. The sledging was not just a joke but a reflection of the mental warfare that is often part of cricket, especially in a high-stakes series like the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Impact on the game
While sledging is part of the theater of cricket, this incident seemed to have repercussions on the field. Konstas was fired soon after, trapped by Jaiswal himself in the ravine, which added a layer of irony to the episode. Jaiswal’s words seemed to have had the desired effect, perhaps unnerving Konstas or at least serving as a morale booster for Jaiswal and his team.
Also WATCH: AUS vs IND: Mohammed Siraj shocks Australia by eliminating Sam Konstas and Travis Head on the same Day 2 of the SCG Test
