India and Australia are currently facing off at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the fifth Test of the Border Gavaskar Trophy. However, the fourth Test series between India and Australia has been overshadowed by a disturbing racist incident at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). A viral video showing Australian fans directing offensive chants towards Indian fans during a Boxing Day Test last month went viral, sparking outrage on social media.
In the clip, Australian fans can be heard shouting, “Where's your visa?” at Indian spectators – a deeply offensive remark that has reignited the conversation about racism on cricket grounds. The video, originally filmed during the Melbourne Test, resurfaced during the series finale in Sydney, bringing the issue back into the spotlight.
Racist chants spark anger
The video sparked widespread condemnation from cricket fans and former players. Many denounced this unacceptable behavior and called on Cricket to take stronger action Australia And stadium authorities to reduce racism in matches.
This incident is reminiscent of previous episodes of racist abuse faced by Indian players and fans in Australia. In the 2021 Border-Gavaskar series, Indian pacers Muhammad Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah They were subjected to racist taunts from the Sydney crowd.
Fans took to social media to express their disappointment, with many describing the chants as “pure racism.”
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Indian field battle in Sydney
Despite the off-field controversy, the fifth Test in Sydney remains balanced. Rishabh Pant He lit up the second day with a stunning counter-attack, recording the second-fastest half-century India In Test cricket.
Pant reached his fifty off just 29 balls, as his explosive batting helped India build a crucial 145-run lead. His innings included several big hits, with the wicket-keeper-batsman showing no fear of Australia's formidable bowling attack.
Pant's blistering knock ended on 61 off 33 balls when Pat cumin I took it out. However, it was Scott Boland who did the most damage to India's batting line-up, finishing with figures of 4-42.
At stumps on day two, India stood at 141/6, with Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar Holding the fort. The visitors will aim to set a competitive target on a tough SCG pitch.
Bumrah's participation unconfirmed
There is still uncertainty as to whether he will be the replacement captain Jasprit Bumrah He will bowl in the second tour for Australia. Bumrah left the field for scans on day two after appearing to be experiencing discomfort.
If Bumrah remains unavailable, the Indian bowling unit will depend heavily on Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna To defend the goal.
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