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Rahul Dravid acknowledges heated exchange between Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi

  1. Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi engaged in a verbal spat after a contentious run during the first Super Over in the IND vs AFG 3rd T20I
  2. The incident involved the ball deflecting off Nabi's pads, leading to extra runs being taken, causing frustration for Rohit Sharma and the Indian team
  3. Rahul Dravid, Team India's head coach, played down the altercation, attributing it to the players' passion and competitiveness in high-pressure situations

18 Jan 2024

Rahul Dravid acknowledges heated exchange between Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi

In the final T20I match between India and Afghanistan, a verbal altercation unfolded between Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Nabi during the first Super Over. The dispute arose when the ball deflected off Nabi's pads during a run between wickets. This incident led to a heated discussion between the players, with Rohit Sharma expressing frustration over the perceived advantage taken by Nabi.

However, Team India's head coach, Rahul Dravid, addressed the situation in a post-series press conference, emphasizing that such exchanges are not uncommon in the game. Dravid highlighted the intense passion and emotion that players bring to the field while representing their country. He played down the incident, noting that competitive moments like these are a natural part of the sport.

In a broader context, Dravid mentioned a similar incident in the first T20I where an Indian batsman ran for extra runs after the ball hit the bat. The coach suggested that such occurrences are within the rules of the game and should be viewed as part of the competitive spirit in cricket.

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