Driving on Kohli’s century and a exceptional seven-wicket haul by pacer Mohammed Shami, India emerged victorious by 70 runs over New Zealand within the semi-final at Wankhede Stadium.
O’Donnell, talking on Sen Radio, raised issues in regards to the spirit of the sport, stating, “Why would you go and assist Virat Kohli when he had a cramp? Once they’re heading for 400. In a World Cup semi-final. Spirit of the sport is enjoying throughout the legal guidelines.”
He additional emphasised that, whatever the match end result, New Zealand gamers shouldn’t have approached Kohli when he was experiencing cramps. O’Donnell urged that being aggressive is one factor, however aiding an opponent who’s bodily challenged would not align with the aggressive spirit.
“I do not get it, I simply do not get it. Stuff serving to him out, he is made 50 One-Day tons of, why assist him make the fiftieth towards you in a World Cup semifinal? Give me a spell,” O’Donnell added.
The criticism is available in mild of Kohli’s seen battle with cramps throughout his innings of 117 within the semifinal.
(With inputs from PTI)
