Virat Kohli's shoulder-bump to Australia's debutant Sam Konstas during the fourth Test sparked some hostility from fans, leading to heckling as Kohli walked back after his dismissal. Melbourne Cricket Club CEO, Stuart Fox, stated there was no official complaint from India. Kohli's performance saw a century partnership with Jaiswal before a mix-up led to the latter's run-out, impacting India's innings.
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