In a group match between Pakistan and Australia, Ricky Ponting was clearly caught behind by wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal, but instead of going back to pavilion he wait for umpire decision. Surprisingly on field umpire Erasmus also support him and not declare him out. Therefore, Pakistan went for a review. Review showed that there was a clear visible edge. There was no reason for on field umpire to not declare him out. But may be Ponting was thinking that third umpire is also blind like field umpire that was only reason to stay their after such a big edge. But third umpire rightly declared him out. Mean while Brad Hidden adopted uncivilized behavior which is identity of Australian. He came towards Umer Akmal aggressively and spoke harshly. On this moment Younis Khan interfered and tried to cool down Brad Hidden but in response he pushed Younis Khan. This is not the first time any Australian adopted such uncivilized behavior. Australian Captain Ricky Ponting has been punished almost 16 times before this incident. In recent world cup he broke a TV set. In Ashes series he went in a long confrontation with best umpire of ICC Aleem Dar on a decision.
No doubt Australia is a very professional side. But in last few years this team is not performing well according to its reputation, therefore, the best way to get positive results is just hard work. Speaking harshly to umpires and players cannot help Australian. But at the moment Australian are alive in the news of controversies only. So therefore, a quotation “Barking Dog Seldom Bites” suit on this time now-a-days.
ICC should also take notice of this behavior from Brad Hidden on the field. Especially his action to push Younis Khan is not acceptable. Yes he is “white” and ICC has the record to take action only against blacks, but enough is enough, he must be bring to justice this time because his behavior has damaged the image of cricket.
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