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India vs Australia: Kohli Responds Boldly to MCG Crowd After ‘W*nker’ Chant with a Defiant Challenge

During the ongoing India-Australia Test at MCG, Virat Kohli was taunted by the crowd, with fans calling him a "wanker". Instead of reacting negatively, Kohli encouraged the crowd to "keep it coming" and cheer louder. This occurred after his altercation with Sam Konstas, and despite the criticism, Kohli displayed resilience, forming a 102-run partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Virat Kohli urged the crowd to keep it coming and applaud louder in response to the taunts.
Image: Virat Kohli urged the crowd to keep it coming and applaud louder in response to the taunts / © The Indian Express

After being bumped into Sam Konstas during the first day of the ongoing India vs. Australia Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Virat Kohli was involved in a heated altercation that resulted in a fine and criticism. However, the controversy didn’t affect Kohli’s spirit as he boldly responded to the crowd, who continued to taunt him, calling him a “wanker”. In a defiant move, Kohli encouraged them to “keep it coming” and cheered for louder chants, showing resilience in the face of hostility.

The crowd’s reaction stemmed from Kohli’s on-field behavior, especially after the incident with Konstas. Despite this, Kohli remained unaffected and delivered an important innings for India. Following the early dismissal of KL Rahul, Kohli steadied the ship with a 102-run partnership alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored his second 50-plus score in Australia. Kohli’s calmness at the crease highlighted his determination to focus on the game, with India recovering from an early setback. Kohli’s gesture to embrace the crowd’s taunts displayed his confidence and mental toughness amid ongoing challenges on this tour.

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