The third match of the Test series played in Sydney between India and Australia made headlines due to racial comments made on the players along with exciting competition.
Such comments were made on the third and fourth day of the match against Indian fast bowler Mohammad Siraj and Jaspreet Bumrah. The Indian team complained to the on-field umpire following which six spectators were thrown out of the stadium.
Gambhir said in 'Star Sports' program' Cricket Connected ',' It is very unfortunate and it is something that is not acceptable at all in any sport. Not just cricket, but in any sport, and I believe there needs to be a strict law against it. He said, 'When it happens to a player, only he feels it.
You face such abuses while playing important matches like Boxing Day Test in places like South Africa, Australia.
Following Siraj's complaint, Australian captain Tim Paine stood with the Indian players and supported them. Gambhir said, 'It also depends on how abusive words were used against you. This is not acceptable from anywhere, especially the derogatory comments made on your skin color. '
He said, 'This happens quite a lot in places like Australia and South Africa. It needs to be stopped. ' After facing controversies, on the fifth day of the match, the Indian team managed to draw it. Gambhir credited it to the 148-run partnership between Rishabh Pant and Cheteshwar Pujara.
Gambhir saluted the Indian team's passion for drawing the match, saying, "It was unbelievable. It shows the spirit of the team. Rishabh Pant batted brilliantly. The way he batted, there was a need at that time." He supported his way of playing. Such a draw match is like a big win in Australia. "
