Former Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson is igniting controversy with his recent remarks about former teammate David Warner and Indian batting star Virat Kohli. While Warner prepares for his final Test series against Pakistan, Johnson’s harsh words questioning his deservingness have gained widespread attention.
Adding fuel to the fire, Johnson’s past comments on social media surfaced, revealing his apparent animosity towards Kohli. He labeled Kohli as his “easiest batter to dismiss” and even feigned ignorance when asked about him, further sparking outrage among fans.
These distasteful comments were discovered on Johnson’s Instagram post from November 18th, 2023. The post, featuring a seemingly innocuous photo, was overshadowed by his inflammatory remarks.
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Following the resurfacing of these comments, Johnson’s social media was flooded by Indian fans. They responded with images and GIFs showcasing Kohli’s confident on-field persona and past confrontations with Johnson, particularly during the 2014-15 Border Gavaskar Trophy.
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Virat Kohli’s exceptional performance during that series remains etched in cricket history. He emerged as the second-highest scorer with 692 runs, including four centuries and one fifty, averaging 86.50. Their heated exchange in the third Test in Melbourne further fueled the rivalry between the two players.
Despite dismissing Kohli thrice in the series, Johnson faced the brunt of Kohli’s batting prowess, conceding 145 runs from 157 deliveries. However, Johnson turned the tables in the 2015 World Cup semi-final, dismissing Kohli for a mere 1 run, sealing a crucial victory for Australia.
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While Kohli’s batting brilliance is undeniable, Johnson’s recent comments highlight a lack of professionalism and sportsmanship, leaving a sour taste in the mouths of many fans and prompting questions about his true intentions behind such inflammatory statements.
