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An intense atmosphere that surrounds Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 he was as palpable at the Sydney Cricket Ground as the Indian players and the Australian Konstas himself found themselves in the middle of a firefight. After a heated confrontation between Konstas and the Indian captain Jasprit Bumrahalong with the opener Yashasvi Jaiswal. Amid the growing drama on the field, Australia’s head coach, Andrew McDonaldwas quick to address the incident in post-match commentary.
Australia’s head coach seeks clarification on Indian players’ stance on Sam Konstas
Australia’s head coach, McDonald, said that while no charges, fines or punishments have been imposed on the Indian team, their behavior is considered acceptable. He added that it is up to the match referee to decide whether such behavior is acceptable.
“Considering there were no charges against the Indian team, it is clearly acceptable behavior as there were no fines or penalties. It is up to the match referee whether this is acceptable behavior or notMcDonald said, as reported by The Indian Express.
McDonald mentioned that he spoke to Konstas to check on him after the scary Indian celebration, where the team surrounded him. McDonald wanted to make sure Konstas was okay.
“My conversation with Sam was about applying to him. It is clear that the Indian celebration was terrifying, because everyone went wild. So I just wanted to make sure he was okayy,” said the Australian head coach.
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In the 12th over of the Australian innings when Mohammed Siraj dismisses Konstas in an exciting moment. Konstas, who started well, was caught by Jaiswal at gully after an ill-advised play to a full ball outside the off-stump. The Indian team erupted in jubilation when Jaiswal caught the ball, throwing the ball high into the air in celebration. The Indian players gathered around and the noise from the crowd reflected the intensity of the moment. However, the Australian crowd responded with boos, signaling their displeasure at the dismissal and the wild celebration that followed.
Konstas, who played with determination, was dismissed for 23 runs off 38 balls, with three boundary strikes. The Australian debutant’s departure brought a wave of mixed emotions as the Indian players celebrated wildly.
