‘Are you Usain Bolt?’ Zaheer recalls heated exchange with Ponting during 2010 Mohali Test

More than a decade after one of the most talked-about flashpoints in India vs Australia cricket, the former India pacer Zaheer Khan Finally revealed what he said Ricky Ponting Their intense encounter in the 2010 Mohali Test.The incident, etched in cricketing memory, happened after Ponting was run out after receiving a hard direct hit from the batsman. Suresh Raina. Ponting’s elimination came at a crucial moment in the Test and the dismissal clearly made the Australia captain uncomfortable. As he walked past the Indian player, he immediately turned back, pointed his bat at him, and had a brief but intense exchange of words before the on-field umpire intervened.For years, fans have wondered what exactly triggered Ponting’s reaction. Zahir has now solved the mystery.“You think you are Usain Bolt? “Zahir said with a smile in an interview with The Indian Express. The cheeky remark was made in response to Ponting’s quick single attempt and came as India celebrated a crucial breakthrough.Zahir’s broader perspective on the practice is quite interesting, though.“Sledding isn’t about swearing. It’s about using it to your advantage and not losing yourself in the process,” he said.At that time, neither party paid much attention to it. After a long day in the fields, Pragyan Ojha To sum it up simply: “When two top teams compete fiercely, exchanging notes, that’s what cricket is.” Especially in Test cricket, there’s nothing more to it than that.Tests to RememberThe Mohali Test in October 2010 was one of the most dramatic matches in Test history as India registered a stunning 1-wicket victory. Australia has set a fourth-innings target of 216 for India. India collapsed early on at 124/8 and seemed to be heading towards defeat. but Pipe Laxmanfighting severe back pain, shot a heroic unbeaten 73, anchoring a miraculous chase.He found an unlikely partner in off-spinner Ishant Sharma, who scored a crucial 31 runs to help India get within striking distance. After Ishant’s dismissal, last man Pragyan Ojha had a tense moment to seal the win with Laxman.Australia, led by Ricky Ponting, had chances, most notably Nathan Hauritz’s missed catch, which turned out to be costly.