Virat Kohli and Joe Root were involved in a squabble inside the Lord’s long room over the barrage of bouncers Jasprit Bumrah had sent James Anderson’s way
A massive turning point during the 2nd test match between England and India at the Lord’s cricket ground was the brawl between James Anderson and Jasprit Bumrah. It had all begun on day 3 when James Anderson had walked out to bat alongside Joe Root.
He was greeted with a slew of lethal bouncers by Jasprit Bumrah, ones Anderson didn’t take to too kindly. He had gone onto lash out at Bumrah after getting out, accusing the quick of deliberately trying to hurt him with the ploy.
Whilst Bumrah had smiled and ignored Anderson, the feisty Virat Kohli refused to let things go. He had hit out at Anderson whilst he was out batting in the second innings, abusing Anderson as he questioned him belittling Bumrah.
England vs India 2nd Test Match Saw Tempers Flare Between Virat Kohli And Joe Root
However, reports which have emanated from England allude towards a fresh set of events which had unraveled owing to the fight between James Anderson and Jasprit Bumrah. As per the reports, Joe Root and Virat Kohli were at each other’s throats on day 3 as both the teams headed back to the Lord’s pavilion.
The two captains argued with each other over Bumrah sending out a carnage of bouncers Anderson’s way. It didn’t stop there though with players from both the sides getting involved as a heated exchange erupted inside the Lord’s long room.
The Long Room which typically houses members of the MCC has been kept empty this time owing to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Its been converted into an area where both the sides can eat, territory which saw things get ugly on day 3 of the 2nd test.