Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting, who was criticised on social media mainly by Indian fans for demanding action against superstar Virat Kohli for his shoulder charge at debutant Sam Konstas, has slammed the ICC for letting the Indian legend go with a light punishment.

Australia’s teenage opener Sam Konstas smashed a rapid half-century on debut and was involved in an altercation with Virat Kohli on a dramatic first day of his Test career.

To understand why Virat Kohli was not suspended, we need to take a look at Article 2.12 of the ICC Code of Conduct, under

Virat Kohli faced criticism and a fine for bumping into Australian debutant Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test at MCG. The ICC fined Kohli, but many feel the punishment was too lenient. Kohli's recent form has been underwhelming,

Virat Kohli’s shoulder budge with debutant was the highlight of Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. The 19-year-old started remarkably well with the bat and smashed Jasprit Bumrah all around the park before bumping into Kohli after the 10th over.

Virat Kohli was punished by the ICC following the shoulder-bump incident with Sam Konstas during the opening day of the MCG Test.