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Virat Kohli’s trip to Australia has seen admiration turn to hostility in a matter of weeks. When the Indian cricket icon landed in Perth last month, the local media celebrated his arrival with fervor. One major publication even included a headline in Hindi, calling him “King” to captivate the huge Indian fan base. However, after an on-field altercation with Australian debutant Sam Konstas, Kohli now finds himself vilified by the same press.
Kohli against Sam Konstas and the MCG
The controversy developed during the fourth test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. On Day 1, at the end of the 10th over, Kohli and Konstas crossed paths, literally. As Konstas adjusted his gloves and moved towards the opposite crease, Kohli’s trajectory led to an apparent deliberate hit. Tensions flared immediately. Words flew between the experienced Indian batsman and the young Australian, forcing the umpire to intervene and calm the situation.
Kohli’s conduct was deemed inappropriate by the match officials, including on-field umpires Joel Wilson and Michael Gough. Match referee Andy Pycroft proposed sanctions, which Kohli accepted without opposition. “Virat Kohli has been fined 20 per cent of the match fee and has been awarded one demerit point,” read the ICC’s official statement. By accepting the penalty, Kohli avoided a formal hearing and further consequences.
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While Australian cricket circles condemned Kohli, Indian fans rallied to his defence. Social media erupted with divided opinions, with some applauding his aggression as a competitive spirit and others questioning his judgment. The incident further aggravated the already intense rivalry between the two cricketing giants.
australian newspaper Western Australia He did not hold back in his criticism. Using the headline “Clown Kohli”, the article harshly criticized his actions. The bullet below twisted the knife further: “Indian sook was hit by a pathetic blow in a teenager’s dream Test debut.” In particular, the term “sook”, popular in Tasmania, is equivalent to calling someone a coward or a crybaby.
Veteran Australian cricketers quickly intervened with some demanding Kohli’s suspension by the ICC. However, the governing body opted for leniency. Kohli was fined 20% of his match fee and given a demerit point under Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct.
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