Virat Kohli's Heated Clash with Australian Batsman Shocks Fans, Gets Penalized – Watch the VIDEO

Melbourne (The Uttam Hindu): During the Boxing Day Test match between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), a confrontation unfolded between Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and Australian player Sam Konstas. The incident occurred in the first session of the match and quickly became a focal point for fans and commentators. While Kohli was batting, tensions flared as he and Konstas exchanged words mid-pitch, which escalated into a physical altercation, with Kohli reportedly pushing Konstas during the scuffle.

The incident has raised concerns about possible breaches of the International Cricket Council's (ICC) code of conduct, as physical confrontations on the field usually lead to stringent penalties. As a result, Kohli faced disciplinary action and was fined 20 percent of his match fee. This altercation has prompted widespread debate among cricket analysts and former players, who have discussed the potential repercussions of such behavior and its effect on sportsmanship.

Kohli’s actions were criticized by several commentators, including former Australian captain Ricky Ponting, who condemned Kohli for provoking the altercation. Ponting emphasized that such conduct is unacceptable in professional cricket and tarnishes the integrity of the game. Meanwhile, Konstas downplayed the incident, describing it as a typical part of competitive cricket and expressing respect for Kohli as a player.