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‘Gutter Level Journalism,’ Netizen Reacts to Virat Kohli’s Intense Argument with Australian Reporters Over Privacy Breach, Watch

Virat Kohli confronts an Australian reporter over privacy concerns at Melbourne airport, sparking a fierce online debate about media ethics and the right to protect family privacy.

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Virat Kohli: A video of Indian cricketer Virat Kohli is going viral on social media, causing a massive uproar. The video captures a tense moment between Virat Kohli and the Australian media at Melbourne airport before the Boxing Day Test. The incident unfolded after the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While at the airport, a reporter began filming Kohli and his family, which upset the star batter. Kohli, visibly frustrated, confronted the Australian reporter, demanding privacy, particularly concerning his children.

Virat Kohli Confronts Reporter Over Privacy at Melbourne Airport

At the Melbourne airport, Virat Kohli became agitated when a reporter began filming his family. Kohli firmly asked, "With my kids, I need some privacy, you can’t film without asking me." His frustration was clear as he sought to maintain his family's privacy during the public encounter. This incident has drawn widespread attention, with many fans expressing their anger at the Australian media for crossing boundaries.

Australian Media Responds to the Incident

Following the confrontation, 7NEWS Melbourne shared a video on X, where the Australian reporter explained the situation. The reporter claimed that Kohli became heated after seeing the waiting cameras, stating, "It was upon seeing the waiting cameras that Kohli became a little heated over what is largely a misunderstanding when he thought the media was filming him with his children." Virat Kohli's fans were quick to defend him, criticising the Australian media for violating his privacy.

Netizens React: ‘Gutter Level Journalism’

Virat Kohli’s fans took to the comment section to voice their dismay over the incident, calling out the Australian reporter for their actions. One user wrote, “What kind of disgusting behavior is this? If someone doesn’t want their kids filmed, why do you feel entitled to ignore their boundaries? This is journalism at its absolute lowest!”

Another fan commented, “Gutter level journalism. Nothing to do with what's happening on the field.”

A third user added, “If the guy is not willing to be filmed, why would a media channel try to cross the limit? It is better News7 stay in their limit.”

Meanwhile, a fourth user pointed out, “Due to privacy reasons, he is shifted to London because in India it is very difficult for a star like him to walk freely on the streets.”

Virat Kohli and Family’s Privacy Concerns

The video sheds light on Virat Kohli's ongoing struggle with maintaining his family’s privacy amidst the constant media attention. According to Kohli's childhood coach, Rajkumar Sharma, the cricketer is planning to move to London with his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, and their two children, Vamika and Akaay. Sharma revealed in an interview with Dainik Jagran that Kohli intends to settle in London, seeking a quieter and more private life.

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