Australian cricket team celebrated prematurely after Virat Kohli's catch was overturned by third umpire Joel Wilson at the SCG. The decision, deemed inconclusive due to the ball grazing the ground, sparked debate among former players and experts who mostly believed Kohli was out.
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Rishabh Pant aims to overcome his batting slump by spending more time on the field. He scored 21 runs in the match against Gujarat Titans. Nicholas Pooran's impressive 61 runs helped Lucknow Super Giants win. Pant praised Pooran's game reading and batting skills. He also lauded his team's bowlers for their excellent performance.
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