Nathan Lyon's Sledge to Kohli Sparks Drama in Australia vs India Test
The ongoing Boxing Day Test between Australia and India at the MCG has been filled with controversy, especially involving Virat Kohli. The Indian superstar’s performance has taken a backseat to some heated moments, with the latest drama surrounding a disastrous run-out that swung the momentum in Australia’s favor. On a day that started with Kohli under pressure, things went from bad to worse after a calamitous mix-up between him and his batting partner, Yashasvi Jaiswal, led to the latter’s dismissal.
Kohli and Jaiswal had been building a solid partnership, but their miscommunication on a single ended in a bizarre run-out, which Lyon, Australia’s star spinner, later described as "one of the best barbecues I've seen." Lyon's words, shared on ABC Radio, left little doubt in his mind that Kohli was at fault. His comment added fuel to the fire, further intensifying the tension on the field. It was an unfortunate moment for India, as the partnership had been worth 102 runs before the mix-up, leaving India reeling at 3-153.
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Kohli's frustration didn’t stop there. As he trudged off the field after his own dismissal, which came shortly after Jaiswal's run-out, Kohli was met with a chorus of boos from the crowd. Nearly out of sight of the spectators, he turned back and glared at the hecklers, creating a moment of high drama. An ICC official stepped in quickly, placing a hand on his shoulder and escorting him to the dressing room. While no official complaints were made by the Indian team, the situation was tense.
This was just one incident in a challenging week for Kohli. Earlier, he had clashed with Australian debutant Sam Konstas, resulting in a fine for making physical contact. The situation escalated further when Kohli wrongly believed that his family was being filmed by local media. In all this chaos, Kohli is finding himself under immense pressure, both from the field and the crowd.
Despite the tension, Australian players like Steve Smith remained focused. Smith, in particular, was a standout performer, notching up another century and continuing his fine form in the series. His knock helped Australia set a formidable first-innings total of 474, and by the end of the day’s play, Australia had firmly taken control of the Test.
As for Lyon’s comment about the run-out, it highlighted the high stakes and the sharpness of the pressure that both teams were feeling. The match has now entered a pivotal stage, with Australia capitalizing on India’s slip-ups. The events of the day show just how quickly a shift in momentum can happen in cricket, and this game, with its fiery exchanges and dramatic turns, is one to remember for the ages.
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