Ball Tampering in India vs Australia match: what Ravindra Jadeja did; complete details here

Ball Tampering India vs Australia: Ravindra Jadeja put up a strong performance on his comeback as he picked a five-wicket haul on Day of the first Test against Australia in Nagpur. Jadeja did bulk of the bowling on the Jamtha dustbowl, earning his 11th fifer (5/47) in 22 overs that helped India skittles Australia out for a paltry 177 after the visitors decided to take the first strike in the series-opener. Ball Tampering in India vs Australia match: what Ravindra Jadeja did; complete details here.

The first Test between India and Australia at Nagpur saw the hosts dictate the proceedings on the opening day. Australia, who elected to bat first, were bundled out for 177, following which India piled 77/1 on the board before umpires called for stumps. With the hosts trailing by just 100 runs and nine wickets still remaining, India look in a solid position to take a strong lead over the opposition when action resumes on Day 2.

However, a debate sparked over a viral video featuring Jadeja and Mohammed Siraj, which also drew reaction from former Australia captain Tim Paine. The incident took place when Australia had already lost half their side, with just 120 on the board as Alex Carey and Peter Handscomb were batting in the middle. The TV broadcast captured Jadeja and Siraj together, with footage suggesting that something was exchanged between the two, however, with no clear evidence.

Jadeja then rubbed his index finger and continued bowling. A fan shared the video on Twitter and tagged Paine, asking the former captain to share his views. Paine was quick to respond as he tweeted “Interesting”.

FOX Cricket, a leading Australian media outlet called the entire incident ‘questionable’. As per certain unconfirmed reports, the Indian team has responded to the allegation saying Siraj passed on an ointment to Jadeja for the all-rounder to apply on his fingers as they tend to get sore, more so for spinners bowling constant overs. In case of Jadeja, he bowled a total of 22 overs.

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Meanwhile, Jadeja said was thrilled with his performance, which definitely put India in command. “Very happy with the way I was bowling. Playing after five months, playing Test cricket, it’s tough. I was prepared for it and I was working hard on my fitness as well on my skills at the NCA.