Australia vs India: Australia head coach opens up about Sam Constellation's heated on-field altercation with Indian players during Sydney Test

The surrounding atmosphere is rich Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 The performance of Indian and Australian players was evident at the Sydney Cricket Ground Sam Constas Find yourself at the center of a heated exchange. Constas after heated clash with Indian captain Jasprit Bumrahtogether with the opening remarks Yashasvi Jaiswal. Amid escalating drama on the field, Australian head coach Andrew McDonaldquickly addressed the incident in post-match comments.

Australia head coach seeks clarification on Indian players' stance on Sam Constellation

Australia head coach McDonald said as no charges, fines or penalties were leveled against the Indian team, their conduct was considered acceptable. He added that it would be up to the match referee to decide whether such behavior was acceptable.

“Considering that no charges were brought against the Indian team, apparently this was acceptable behavior as there was no fine or punishment. It depends on the match referee whether it is acceptableThe Indian Express quoted McDonald as saying.

McDonald mentioned that he spoke to Constas after the daunting Indian celebrations to find out how he was doing, when the team surrounded him. McDonald wanted to make sure Constas was okay.

“My conversation with Sam was about debriefing him. Apparently, the celebrations in India are intimidating and everyone flocks to them.y,” the Australian head coach said.

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Sam Constas dismissed in Sydney Test

When the Australian team reached the 12th inning Mohammed Siraj Fired Constas in an emotional moment. Konstas started well but was caught at the gully by Jaiswal after an ill-advised shot outside off-stump. When Jaiswal received the ball, the Indian team erupted in cheers and celebrated by throwing the ball high into the air. The Indian players gathered around and the roar of the crowd reflected the intensity of the moment. However, the Australian crowd responded with boos, indicating their displeasure with the dismissal and the enthusiastic celebrations that followed.

Constas had been resolute but he scored 23 runs off 38 balls and was punished with three boundaries. The Australian debutant's departure brought a wave of mixed emotions, with the Indian players celebrating fiercely.

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