Virat Kohli faced criticism and a fine after a shoulder bump with Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test. Kohli was fined 20% of his match fees and given a demerit point for inappropriate physical contact. The incident, reminiscent of a 2018 clash between Kagiso Rabada and Steve Smith, highlights the ongoing scrutiny of player conduct on the cricket field.
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