Virat Kohli’s On-Field Conduct: A Call for Discipline
Former England pacer Steve Harmison has voiced his criticism of Virat Kohli following an altercation with debutant Sam Konstas during the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Harmison believes Kohli’s actions warrant a ban, emphasizing that the star Indian player crossed a line that should not be crossed.
During the Boxing-Day Test at the MCG, Kohli was fined 20% of his match fee and received a demerit point for making physical contact with 19-year-old Konstas. The incident escalated quickly, with the two players exchanging intense stares before umpires intervened to defuse the situation. Harmison expressed his disappointment, stating, “What happened with Kohli there – Kohli was bang out of order. You know how much I love Virat Kohli and what he has done for the game, but there’s a line, and you do not cross it.”
Advice for Sam Konstas
In addition to criticizing Kohli, Harmison offered advice to Konstas, urging him to avoid provoking opposition players, especially with the Ashes series against England approaching. Harmison highlighted the need for Konstas to focus on developing his defensive technique rather than trying to mimic David Warner’s aggressive batting style. “If he continues to be aggressive verbally, he’ll face consequences,” warned Harmison.
While acknowledging Konstas’s potential, he emphasized that technical development is crucial for success at the highest level. “Sam has got the scoops, he’s got the big shots. But does he have the defensive technique for Test match cricket against the world’s best? That’s something he needs to figure out,” he noted.
As cricket fans look forward to the upcoming Ashes series, the focus remains on maintaining discipline on and off the field. For the latest updates and cricket insights, visit Looffers.com.
