Australian media hit back at Virat Kohli after a heated exchange with a female journalist

Former Indian captain Virat Kohli He was criticized by the Australian media after a heated exchange with a reporter and a cameraman at Melbourne airport. Boxing Day Test. The incident last Thursday sparked controversy with Kohli being labeled a “bully” by a Nine Sports reporter. Tony Jones.

It is reported that Kohli, who was traveling with his family, expressed his dismay at the shooting after arriving at the airport. The cricketer’s tantrum was caught on camera and drew sharp criticism from Australian journalists.

Nine Sports reporter calls out Virat Kohli

Speaking on Melbourne’s 3AW radio, Tony Jones accused Kohli of unfairly targeting the Channel 7 reporter. Nat Ioannidis during confrontation. Jones explained that the reporters and cameramen involved were just doing their jobs.

“Nat was there with a cameraman, and a Channel 7 reporter and cameraman were doing what we do regularly – covering public figures, whether they’re politicians or sports personalities.” Jones said. “Kohli, being a global superstar, solved the problem with the attention that was directed at him. But what interested me the most was when she turned to the male crew members and said, ‘You’re fine, that’s it.'”

Jones later criticized Kohli for selecting Ioannidis, whom he described as significantly smaller in stature. “Big tough guy, Virat. He stood over Nat Ioannidis, who was about a foot or two away, and completely abused him. You are nothing but a bully Virat” Jones noted.

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Ravindra Jadeja is also under fire

The controversy went beyond Kohli, the star Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja also faces criticism. Jadeja held a press conference entirely in Hindi, a decision that disappointed some Australian journalists who were expecting a response in English. The language barrier reportedly caused confusion and further angered the local media.

The ongoing tension ahead of the Boxing Day Test

The incident adds another layer to simmering tensions between the two cricketing nations ahead of the much-anticipated Boxing Day Test. While the Indian team has remained silent on the matter, an investigation by the Australian media highlights the spotlight on the players during international tours.

As India and Australia prepare to meet in another Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, this off-field controversy is likely to focus on the players both on and off the field.

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