Virat Kohli Faces Potential Reprimand After Shoulder-Bumping Incident with Debutant Sam Konstas in Boxing Day Test
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In a heated moment during the ongoing Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Virat Kohli might face a reprimand after he was involved in a shoulder-bumping incident with Australian debutant Sam Konstas.
The incident occurred during an over break, with Kohli seemingly changing his walking line, which led to the bump. This action has drawn criticism from commentators, including Michael Vaughan and Ricky Ponting, who questioned the intent behind the move.
“Have a look where Virat walks. Virat’s walked one whole pitch over to his right and instigated that confrontation. No doubt in my mind whatsoever.” Ricky Ponting said on air.
Watch: Virat Kohli and Sam Konstas Shoulder Bumping Incident
"Have a look where Virat walks. Virat's walked one whole pitch over to his right and instigated that confrontation. No doubt in my mind whatsoever."
– Ricky Ponting #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/zm4rjG4X9A
— 7Cricket (@7Cricket) December 26, 2024
Konstas, the fourth youngest Australian to debut in Test cricket, had already made an impression with his audacious batting. His bold ramp shots against Jasprit Bumrah thrilled the crowd of over 90,000, including consecutive scoops that marked the first six Bumrah had conceded in nearly four years. Konstas scored a brisk 60 off 65 balls, including six fours and two sixes, before being dismissed by Ravindra Jadeja.
According to Sunil Gavaskar, the match referee is expected to address the incident with both players after Day 1. Shoulder bumps are considered a Level 2 offense under MCC laws and carry a penalty of five runs and umpire action. The incident could lead to 3-4 demerit points, and accumulating four points within 24 months could result in a suspension.
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