Michael Clarke Support Virat Kohli: The shoulder-to-shoulder clash between Indian captain Virat Kohli and Australia’s new player Sam Constance in the exciting Boxing Day Test played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) had sparked discussion among cricket fans. After which the International Cricket Council (ICC) also imposed a fine on Virat Kohli. But even after this, many opinions are coming forward on this controversy. Recently, Australia’s veteran cricketer Michael Clarke has also expressed his opinion on this controversy.
What did Michael Clarke say?
Speaking on the Virat Kohli and Sam Constants controversy, former Australian captain Michael Clarke supported Kohli. Clarke said, “Virat Kohli always stands for his team. He is a fighting player, who never backs down. I think the lack of respect for a legendary bowler like Bumrah troubled him.”
He also said, “Virat is being misunderstood. He is a very good person. I am sure he would have talked to Sam after the match. His intentions are never wrong.”
What is the whole matter?
In this match played at Melbourne Cricket Ground, Sam Constance performed fearlessly in his debut match itself. He hit a six by playing a ramp shot against Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah, seeing which the Indian camp was surprised. However, the controversy started when Kohli and Constance’s shoulders collided during the 10th over of the match. The heated argument between the two was calmed down by Australian player Usman Khawaja.
Kontas’ performance in debut match
Sam Constance played his debut test match against India. His debut took place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. He scored 60 runs in 65 balls at a strike rate of 92.30 in the first innings against India. Which included 6 fours and 2 sixes. But Jasprit Bumrah did not spare Constance in the second innings. In the second innings, Constance was out after scoring 8 runs in 18 balls.
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