Pathan defends Ravindra Jadeja against criticism for Hindi interview: ‘There’s no problem if…’

Certainly! Here’s a more detailed and refined version of the content: "Although the explanation provided was plausible and well-reasoned, the Australian media quickly erupted into a frenzy. The incident, involving Ravindra Jadeja and the match official, was subsequently broadcasted across various television channels, further amplifying the controversy. The intense media coverage fueled public debate and speculation, with the interaction becoming a focal point of discussions both on and off the field." This version elaborates on the media’s reaction and highlights the broader impact of the incident, making it clearer and more nuanced.

Rushing to Jadeja’s defence, former India player Irfan Pathan took to X and asked fans if it was ‘wrong’ to ‘give an interview in Hindi?’. He wrote, “What’s wrong if the player wants to give interview in hindi?”

The latest Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024 media controversy comes after Virat Kohli was also left infuriated by the Australian reporters in Melbourne airport. On his arrival in Melbourne with his family, he was allegedly captured by media cameras in the airport. Then according to reported videos, he could be seen asking the media to not film his family without permission as it is his private life.

The visitors began the series with a 1-0 lead, winning in Perth. But the Australians staged a comeback in Adelaide, which was also a pink-ball affair, levelling the series at 1-1. In Brisbane, both sides had to settle for a draw, courtesy of rain. With two fixtures remaining, the fourth Test begins on December 26 in Melbourne on Boxing Day.

Other than Jadeja’s media controversy, the Indian team are also dealing with veteran R Ashwin’s departure, who announced his immediate international retirement after the Brisbane Test.