Sat Dec 07 17:19:37 UTC 2024: ## Kohli confronts umpire after controversial Marsh not out call in India-Australia Test
**Adelaide, Australia** – Star Indian batsman Virat Kohli clashed with on-field umpire Richard Illingworth during the second Test against Australia in Adelaide on Saturday, following a controversial not-out decision for Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh.
The incident occurred after an LBW appeal against Marsh, following a delivery from Ravichandran Ashwin. While replays appeared to show the ball hitting Marsh’s pad in line with the stumps, third umpire Richard Kettleborough deemed there wasn’t enough conclusive evidence to overturn the on-field decision of not out.
Kohli, visibly frustrated, voiced his displeasure directly to Illingworth, referencing a similar controversial decision in the first Test where KL Rahul was given out despite evidence suggesting both bat and pad were involved in the contact. Kohli pointed out the parallels between the two incidents, highlighting what he perceived as inconsistent umpiring.
Despite the contentious moment, Australia dominated the day’s play. Travis Head smashed a scintillating 140, his innings punctuated by 17 fours and four sixes, propelling Australia to a first-innings total of 337 and a 157-run lead over India. Marnus Labuschagne also contributed significantly with a 64-run knock. India’s pace attack, spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah (4-61) and Mohammed Siraj (4-98), fought back but couldn’t prevent Australia from seizing control. The match continues with Australia aiming to level the five-match series after their defeat in the first Test. The tense exchange between Kohli and Illingworth adds another layer of drama to an already exciting contest.
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