Nathan Lyon admits to causing Adelaide Oval blackout during crucial Test match
- Bumrah achieved five wickets on the second day despite rain disruptions in Brisbane.
- The commentary incident sparked comparisons to the previous Monkeygate controversy in 2008.
- The fallout from the remarks raises questions about appropriateness and sensitivity in sports commentary.
In Brisbane, Australia, the weather impacted the third Test match between Australia and India, which had begun but was largely affected by rain. Despite this, Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah managed to secure five wickets on the second day of the Test match. Negotiating tricky conditions, Bumrah's performance positioned him as a key player during the series. However, during a commentary segment, Isa Guha inadvertently referred to Bumrah as a 'primate' while discussing his valuable role, triggering backlash and comparisons to the infamous 'Monkeygate' scandal from previous series. This incident ignited social media discussions on race and commentary appropriateness. Meanwhile, rain had significantly disrupted the opening day's play, leading to a frustration for both teams and fans alike at the Gabba. India expressed hopes of early wickets to seize momentum in the series, estimated to be closely contested as it stood 1-1 following previous matches. The controversy surrounding the commentary revealed longstanding sensitivities regarding language in sports, particularly concerning the implications of animal comparisons.