# Manjrekar vs Pathan: Kohli-Jaiswal Run Out Sparks Debate URL: https://technosports.co.in/manjrekar-vs-pathan-kohli-jaiswal-run-out-spar/ Published: 2024-12-28 Updated: 2024-12-28 Author: REMYA BABU S Manjrekar vs Pathan: The Boxing Day Test between India and Australia at the **[Melbourne Cricket Ground](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melbourne_Cricket_Ground) (MCG)** has delivered plenty of drama, both on and off the field. While the match itself saw moments of brilliance and setbacks, it was the **disastrous run out of Yashasvi Jaiswal** on Day 2 that ignited a heated debate between former cricketers **Sanjay Manjrekar** and **Irfan Pathan** during the post match show. > Irfan Pathan & Sanjay Manjrekar [pic.twitter.com/3A5W3GNXh1](https://t.co/3A5W3GNXh1) > > — RVCJ Media (@RVCJ_FB) [December 27, 2024](https://twitter.com/RVCJ_FB/status/1872594555083845774?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) With the two ex cricketers firmly divided over who was to blame, **Virat Kohli or Yashasvi Jaiswal** – the debate quickly escalated, leaving fans and experts buzzing about the incident. ## ***Manjrekar vs Pathan : Sparks Fly as Sanjay Manjrekar and Irfan Pathan Debate Virat Kohli’s Role in Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Run Out*** ### **The Run Out That Sparked Controversy** The moment unfolded during the **41st over** of India’s first innings. Yashasvi Jaiswal, who was batting beautifully on 82, played a shot to **mid on** and called for a quick single. However, what followed was a chaotic mix up between the two batters. - **Kohli turned back** to track the ball instead of responding to Jaiswal’s call. - Both players ended up at the **same end of the crease**, leaving Jaiswal stranded and ultimately run out. This dismissal proved to be a turning point for India, who had recovered from a shaky start thanks to a **101 run partnership** between Jaiswal and Kohli. With Jaiswal gone, India lost momentum and finished the day at **164/5**, still trailing Australia’s massive first-innings total of **474**. > "If You Don't Let Me Talk…": Manjrekar, Irfan In Heated Debate On Live TV [https://t.co/eB9IJXONkL](https://t.co/eB9IJXONkL) [pic.twitter.com/37BcTgPctn](https://t.co/37BcTgPctn) > > — CricketNDTV (@CricketNDTV) [December 27, 2024](https://twitter.com/CricketNDTV/status/1872561832004857971?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) ### **The Manjrekar vs Pathan Showdown** The run out soon became a topic of fierce debate during the **post match analysis** on Star Sports. Here’s what unfolded: #### **Sanjay Manjrekar: Kohli’s Schoolboy Error** Manjrekar didn’t mince his words, laying the blame squarely on Kohli. - He argued that Kohli’s decision to **look back at the ball** instead of responding to Jaiswal’s call was a critical mistake. - “Virat should have guided Jaiswal back. It’s a basic rule that the non-striker ensures the striker is safe,” Manjrekar said, calling Kohli’s hesitation a **“schoolboy error.”** - He also suggested that Kohli might have been preoccupied with keeping strike for the next over, leading to his delayed response. > Sanjay Manjrekar believes that Virat Kohli was at fault for Yashasvi Jaiswal's run out. [pic.twitter.com/0kYx8Yq8kn](https://t.co/0kYx8Yq8kn) > > — Mehran Ali (@malikmehran178) [December 27, 2024](https://twitter.com/malikmehran178/status/1872690286075494631?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) Manjrekar even claimed that Kohli’s subsequent dismissal – caught behind for 36 – could have been influenced by the **guilt** of causing Jaiswal’s dismissal. #### **Irfan Pathan: It Was a Risky Call** Pathan, on the other hand, defended Kohli, arguing that the single was **never on** to begin with. - He maintained that **Jaiswal’s decision to call for a run** was overly optimistic, as the ball had traveled too quickly to the fielder, **Pat Cummins**. - “Virat had every right to turn down the run if he felt it was too risky. It’s not just about responding to the call – it’s about assessing the situation,” Pathan explained. The former all rounder also countered Manjrekar’s claim, saying, “If both had run, someone would have been out anyway. Kohli made the safer decision.” ![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Manjrekar-vs-Pathan-1.webp) ### **The Heated Exchange** The debate quickly escalated as the two cricketers interrupted each other repeatedly: - At one point, Manjrekar sarcastically remarked,“Irfan Pathan’s new interpretation of whether it is a run or not should be added to the coaching manual.” - Pathan shot back, defending his stance and urging for a more nuanced view of the situation. - The tension reached a peak when Manjrekar, visibly frustrated, said,“If you don’t want to let me talk, it’s alright.” Despite the heated exchange, both analysts later downplayed the argument as a **difference of opinion**, with Pathan noting that such discussions are part of cricket’s rich discourse. ### **Fans and Experts Weigh In** The incident and the ensuing debate divided cricket fans and experts: > Big Argument Between Sanjay Manjrekar And Irfan Pathan over whose fault it was, Virat Kohli or Yashasvi Jaiswal.[#INDvsAUS](https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsAUS?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#ViratKohli](https://twitter.com/hashtag/ViratKohli?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [#YashasviJaiswal](https://twitter.com/hashtag/YashasviJaiswal?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)[#AUSvINDIA](https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvINDIA?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) [pic.twitter.com/ZAPNQO79Nw](https://t.co/ZAPNQO79Nw) > > — Sara (@tap4info) [December 27, 2024](https://twitter.com/tap4info/status/1872671801073090835?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw) - **Pro Manjrekar Fans:** Many sided with Manjrekar, criticizing Kohli for his lack of awareness and hesitation. - **Pro Pathan Fans:** Others agreed with Pathan, pointing out that Jaiswal’s risky call was the primary issue. Social media platforms were flooded with contrasting opinions, with hashtags like **#KohliRunOutDebate** trending for hours. ### **The Broader Implications** Run-outs are a part of cricket, but incidents like these often highlight the importance of **communication and understanding** between batters. In this case, the lack of clarity between the experienced Kohli and the young Jaiswal proved costly. #### **What Could Have Been Done Differently?** - Kohli could have responded faster to Jaiswal’s call or sent him back immediately. - Jaiswal, on the other hand, needed to better judge the fielder’s proximity before making the call. ![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Irfan-Pathan.webp) As both players regroup for the next innings, lessons from this mix up will undoubtedly shape their approach in the future. The Kohli-Jaiswal run out incident and the Manjrekar-Pathan debate have added another layer of intrigue to an already gripping Test series. While opinions remain divided, one thing is clear: moments like these are what make cricket endlessly fascinating. ![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Irfan-Pathan-0.webp) As India looks to bounce back in the second innings, fans will hope for a renewed partnership between Kohli and Jaiswal, one built on **better communication** and fewer mix ups. ## FAQs ### Who is being blamed for the run out – Virat Kohli or Yashasvi Jaiswal? *Opinions are divided. Sanjay Manjrekar blamed Kohli for not responding to Jaiswal’s call, while Irfan Pathan argued that Jaiswal made a risky decision to call for a run* ### Did Kohli’s hesitation directly cause Jaiswal’s dismissal? *Manjrekar believes Kohli’s hesitation and decision to look back at the ball played a key role, while Pathan thinks the risky call from Jaiswal was the bigger issue* **Read more:** [IPL 2025 Retentions: Full List of Retained and Released Players, Remaining Purse, RTM Cards & Confirmed Captains](https://technosports.co.in/ipl-2025-retentions-players-purse-rtm-captains/)