As the intense final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia unfolds, the series has delivered drama worthy of a blockbuster. From fiery exchanges like Jasprit Bumrah's clash with Sam Konstas to the tension between Shubman Gill and Steve Smith, the action on the field has kept fans on edge. However, amidst this high-stakes cricket, a troubling video has surfaced, exposing an ugly side of the game〞racist behaviour from sections of the Australian crowd.
Videos circulating on social media have captured a disturbing incident during the ongoing Test match in Australia, where sections of the crowd were heard chanting "Where's your visa?" repeatedly.?
The chants appeared to target the Indian section of the crowd〞identifiable by their Indian flags〞who had come to support their team.
The incident has sparked outrage online, with many calling it outright racism.?
One user on X wrote, "Real face of Australian fans & their culture on display during today's Sydney Test match."
Another demanded action, saying, "These Australian supporters should be banned from attending any cricket match involving the Indian team."
Highlighting the absurdity, a user remarked, "Non-Australians in the stadium weren't illegal entrants; they were there after paying for it."
Adding to the calls for accountability, a user tagged the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and questioned, "Racist or discriminatory behaviour is typically a breach, leading to fines, bans, or ejection. Please advise if you were made aware of this incident and what action, if any, has been taken?"
The incident has left cricket fans fuming, demanding stricter measures to curb such behaviour.
The Australian crowd is known for its passionate involvement in cricket, but incidents like these reveal deeper issues within the sport.?
This series has already been marked by intense moments, including Mohammed Siraj facing taunts from the stands during the Adelaide Test after a clash with Australian batter Travis Head.?
Similarly, at the MCG, 19-year-old Sam Konstas fired up the home crowd after dismissing Virat Kohli, showing how spectators have become a significant part of the series' unfolding drama.
A sports fan summed it up aptly, telling The Tribune India, "In sports rivalry, being synonymous with competition is not a bad thing, but the underlying attitude of racism in Australia is still far more prevalent than many Indians like to believe."
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