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Australian media has once again targeted India’s cricket captain, Rohit Sharma, mocking him with the headline “Captain Cry Baby” following his heated reaction toward his opening partner, Yashasvi Jaiswal, during the fourth match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
According to a report by Samaa News on Tuesday, this incident adds to the ongoing controversy in a series already under media scrutiny for its treatment of Indian cricketers.
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On Day 4 of the Test, Jaiswal, struggling in the field, dropped three catches, including a critical opportunity to dismiss Marnus Labuschagne on 47. Sharma’s response to the second drop, involving Pat Cummins, was intense.
He was visibly frustrated, throwing his hands in the air and letting out a loud scream. The Australian media, along with commentators, were quick to highlight Sharma’s lack of composure. The West Australian newspaper, which has previously criticized Indian players like Virat Kohli, again targeted an Indian cricketer, this time focusing on Sharma’s emotional outburst.
Their headline read: “Captain Cry Baby,” with the caption, “Turns out Kohli isn’t the only sook in Indian side,” referencing Sharma’s reaction to Jaiswal’s mistakes. The incident has sparked strong reactions from former cricketers and fans.
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Mike Hussey, a former Australian cricketer, expressed disapproval, saying, “I don’t like that reaction from the Indian skipper. You need to send a message of calm and support, especially to a young player like Jaiswal who will already feel bad about dropping those catches.”
Hussey added that Sharma’s frustration could have negatively impacted Jaiswal’s morale, particularly as the young player was preparing to bat alongside Sharma in the chase.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan also commented, stressing the psychological impact of Sharma’s actions on Jaiswal. “It’s a huge task for Jaiswal to get his head back in the game after such an emotional response from his captain.
The pressure of dropping crucial catches, especially in a Test match against Australia, must have been immense,” Vaughan remarked.
Australian cricketer Alyssa Healy pointed out the further consequences of Sharma’s outburst, saying, “Particularly when you need him to walk out and open the batting alongside you, to make some runs and try and win a Test match for your country.”
Social media was abuzz with criticism of Sharma’s actions, with former Aussie cricketer Darren Berry tweeting, “You gotta feel for the kid. Jaiswal has dropped three crucial chances today. His only answer is a match-winning innings. He needs a pat on the back from his senior players, not to be berated.”
