The Border-Gavaskar Trophy, known for its intense cricket and off-field drama, has once again sparked controversy. Days after Virat Kohli’s heated exchange with an Australian journalist made headlines, another incident has surfaced, this time involving Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja. During a press conference on Saturday at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Jadeja chose to respond to questions exclusively in Hindi.
A video circulating on social media shows the cricketer discussing the team’s previous encounter in Brisbane. However, his refusal to take questions in English left some Australian journalists visibly frustrated. As Jadeja exited the podium, Team India’s media manager stepped in, citing time constraints as the team bus was about to depart. This led to a brief argument with the local media, further fueling tensions.
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The incident follows Virat Kohli’s confrontation with an Australian TV journalist at the airport, which also made waves online. Kohli, visibly annoyed, confronted the journalist, believing cameras were pointed at his children.
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The Australian media has unnecessarily targeted the Indian cricket team once again.
The Australian media accused Ravindra Jadeja of speaking in his native tongue instead of waiting to respond in English, which caused controversy at the press conference.… pic.twitter.com/9L5mYm7G34
— THE MEDICINE TIMES (@AngadSh68611530) December 21, 2024
“With my kids, I need some privacy, yeah? You just can’t film without asking me,” Kohli stated in a now-viral video. Channel 7 later clarified the situation, describing it as a misunderstanding that led to Kohli’s reaction.
Australian Media has targeted Indian Team once again. Controversy erupted at the Ravindra Jadeja Press conference as the Aussie media accused Jadeja of speaking the native language and not waiting to answer in English. #BGT #INDvsAUS #RavindraJadeja pic.twitter.com/KgH5ZYM5PW
— shaziya abbas (@abbas_shaz) December 21, 2024
Amid these off-field distractions, Team India has resumed preparations at the Melbourne Cricket Ground for the pivotal fourth Test. With the Gabba match ending in a draw, the series remains delicately poised at 1-1.
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Both teams are eager to gain the upper hand in what promises to be another enthralling chapter of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. As the focus shifts back to cricket, the upcoming Boxing Day Test holds immense significance for both sides.