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The heat of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 was palpable on the field at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) as a young Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal engaged in a spirited exchange of words with those in Australia Constas himself during the second day of the fifth test.
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Sleigh Fire Incident with Sam Konstas
The incident unfolded when Konstas, who had been a thorn in India’s side with his aggressive batting and whistling in the field, found himself at the receiving end of Jaiswal’s sled. As Konstas struggled to find the edge, Jaiswal was heard taunting him, saying: “What happened, why are there no shots being seen now? Oye Konstas, are you still getting shots?” which translates to, “What happened, you’re not playing a shot now? Hey Konstas, you can’t take a shot anymore?” This moment was captured on video and quickly circulated on social media platforms, highlighting the competitive spirit and traditional culture of sledge cricket between India and Australia.
Here is the video:
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What happens, comes! #Jaiswal giving #SamKonst a taste of your own medicine, desi style! 🤣#AUSvINDOnStar 👉 5th test, Day 2 | LIVE NOW! | #ToughestRivalry #BorderGavaskarTrophy pic.twitter.com/o7XAV0M5HU
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) January 4, 2025
Also WATCH: Indian players celebrate in front of Sam Konstas after Usman Khawaja’s dismissal on the last ball of Day 1 of the fifth Test: AUS vs IND
Mind War: Konstas’ shenanigans and Jaiswal’s endurance
This verbal jousting came at a time when both players were trying to assert dominance of the match. Konstas had grabbed headlines earlier with his fearless approach, both with the bat and his antics in the field, often getting under the skin of the Indian players. Jaiswal, on the other hand, had been a consistent performer for India in this series, showing resilience and adaptability in his batting. The sledge was not just a joke, but a reflection of the mental warfare that is often a part of cricket, especially in a high-stakes series like the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Impact on the game
While sledging is a part of the theater of cricket, this incident seemed to have repercussions on the field. Konstas was fired soon after, caught by Jaiswal himself in the ravine, which added a layer of irony to the episode. Jaiswal’s words seemed to have had the intended effect, perhaps unsettling Konstas or at least serving as a morale booster for Jaiswal and his team.
