Maroc - Times of India - Top Stories - 26/12/2024 10:54

Shoulder-bump row: Ponting's hypocrisy highlighted

Virat Kohli and debutant Sam Konstas had a heated exchange after shoulder-bumping during the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Former Australian skipper Ricky Ponting criticized Kohli, calling his actions confrontational. Indian fans quickly pointed out Ponting's hypocrisy by sharing a video of a previous incident. Kohli was fined 20% of his match fee and given a demerit point.