Cricket aficionados were treated to a heartwarming and jovial interlude during the India vs. Australia ODI series in Rajkot. Let’s delve into this amusing episode that unfolded on the cricket field.

In the midst of fierce competition between India and Australia, Virat Kohli, the Indian cricketing sensation, added a touch of humor to the proceedings. During the third and final ODI at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Kohli playfully teased Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne by showcasing some dance moves.

The comical incident unfolded when Australian batsman Steve Smith took a brief cool-down break due to the scorching heat in Rajkot. Just after the dismissal of Mitchell Marsh, Australia’s reserve players emerged with a chair and refreshments for Smith

For the ODI series against Australia, key players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Mohammed Siraj, and Kuldeep Yadav returned to the Indian playing XI. All-rounder Washington Sundar also received an opportunity in place of Ravichandran Ashwin.

In the Rajkot ODI, Steve Smith showcased his batting prowess by scoring 74 off 61 deliveries. However, he faced an LBW dismissal at the hands of Mohammed Siraj. Smith’s concentration seemed to waver due to the challenging weather conditions.

This ODI series saw Smith contributing significantly, with a score of 41 in Mohali during the first ODI. Unfortunately, he endured a golden duck in the second ODI in Indore.