What was monkeygate scandal Quora?

The ‘Monkeygate Scandal’ refers to the verbal altercation between Andrew Symonds and Harbhajan Singh in the second Test between India and Australia in Sydney in 2008, where the off-spinner allegedly hurled a racist abuse at Symonds, referring to him as a ‘Monkey’.

What happened Sydney Test?

A group of six people was ejected from the SCG after the Indian team complained of racial abuse. Play was halted for close to 10 minutes after Mohammed Siraj walked up from the square-leg boundary and complained of racial slurs at the end of the 86th over in Australia’s second innings.

Why did Symonds retire?

Andrew Symonds (born 9 June 1975) is a former Australian international cricketer, who played all three formats as a batting all-rounder. On 16 February 2012, Symonds announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, in an attempt to concentrate on his family life.

What happened to Mohamad Siraj?

Shami suffers wrist fracture, set to miss remainder of Test series; Siraj in line for debut. The fast bowler was hit on the elbow by a Pat Cummins short ball during India’s second innings on Saturday which ended at a record lowest 36 for nine. He was taken to a hospital for scans, which revealed a fracture.

What happened Mohammed Siraj?

The 27-year-old Siraj, who played a key role in the team’s win the second Test at Lord’s, was also targeted earlier this year when Australian crowd at the SCG abused him and called names which led to eviction of a few spectators, leading to stoppage of play.

Who is Symonds father?

Ken Symonds
Andrew Symonds/Fathers

What is meaning of Siraj?

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Siraj is a direct Quranic name meaning ‘lamp’,’light’. Description. The name is mentioned four times in the Holy Quran and used to describe Prophet Muhammad and the rising sun .

Is Mohammed Siraj engaged?

Interacting with media upon arrival in Hyderabad, Siraj confirmed he was engaged when asked if the rumours of him being engaged were true. Sources close to the cricketer said that the engagement took place in July last year.

Does Ricky Ponting have a son?

Fletcher William Ponting
Ricky Ponting/Sons

What does Rianna Ponting do?

Rianna Ponting is passionate about helping young Australians and their families through their cancer journey. Her original involvement in this cause was as an ambassador of the Children’s Cancer Institute of Australia before establishing the Ponting Foundation in 2008 with her husband, Ricky.