India vs Australia: Irfan Pathan Slams Australian Media for “Hypocrisy” Over Virat Kohli’s Changing Portrayal
Irfan Pathan criticized Australian media for its "hypocrisy" regarding Virat Kohli, who was initially hailed as a "king" but later labeled a "joker" after showing aggression during the Boxing Day Test. Pathan pointed out the double standards, recalling a similar incident in his career with Damien Martyn. He condemned the Australian media's exploitation of Kohli's name for market gain.
India’s former cricketer and commentator, Irfan Pathan, criticized Australian media for their hypocrisy regarding Virat Kohli’s portrayal during the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Kohli faced backlash from the Australian press after an incident with debutant Sam Konstas in the Boxing Day Test, where Kohli was seen bumping into Konstas.
Following the incident, Australian media labeled Kohli as a “clown”, despite having hailed him as a “king” earlier in the series. Pathan expressed his disappointment, calling out the double standards in the media’s coverage. He emphasized that while aggression is often criticized, it was unfair to label Kohli as a “joker” after previously praising his abilities.
Pathan also shared a personal anecdote from his own career, recounting how he was fined for a celebratory gesture towards former Australian player Damien Martyn, who faced no penalty for similar behavior. Pathan concluded by condemning the media’s inconsistent application of the rules, particularly when it comes to foreign players.
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