The result of the second Test between them Australia and India It led to a mixture of controversy and calls for tough selection in Adelaide. Australia striker Travis Head and India’s Mohammad Siraj were found guilty of breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the match. The pair were disciplined following a hearing on Monday, a day after Australia equaled their 10th Group G win. five-match series 1-1.
Mohammed Siraj and Travis Head will likely face fines rather than suspensions
Despite the offence, reports suggest that both players could avoid sanctions due to their previously clean disciplinary records. On the contrary, they are likely to receive a fine or official reprimand. However, the exact penalties are yet to be announced by the ICC.
The incident has added an extra layer of intrigue to the hotly contested series, with the third Test scheduled to begin in Brisbane on Saturday, December 14.
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Accepts Ricky Ponting’s change in Australia XI for Brisbane Test
Meanwhile, former Australia captain Ricky Ponting drew a critical selection debate ahead of the Brisbane Test. Ponting has urged Scott Boland to make way for Josh Hazlewood if the latter is fit to play.
Boland had a stellar performance in Adelaideclaimed five wickets and played a crucial role in Australia’s dominant victory. However, Ponting feels Hazlewood’s inclusion is a necessary step for the upcoming match.
“While Boland has batted brilliantly, I’d still prefer Hazlewood in the 11 for Brisbane.” Ponting told 7Cricket.
Ponting acknowledged Boland’s exceptional form but reiterated that the pacer was one of the “most unlucky cricketers” in Test history. Boland was often left out, unable to secure a consistent place in the team due to the presence of Australia’s star pacers – Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins.
As the series moves to Brisbane, Australia face the challenge of finalizing their playing XI while maintaining the momentum of their Adelaide triumph. For India, the disciplinary action against Siraj could add to the pressure, although the team will focus on bouncing back from the disappointing loss.
