Watch: Ravi Shastri Calls Match Referee A 'punching Bag' At Toss
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It was a tense moment at the toss when Ravi Shastri called the match referee a 'punching bag'.
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The Indian coach was clearly not happy with the decisions made by the referee.
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Shastri's outburst caught everyone by surprise, but it was a clear indication of his frustration.
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The match referee, however, maintained his composure and did not react to Shastri's comments.
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This is not the first time that Shastri has expressed his displeasure towards match officials.
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In the past, he has been fined for his comments on umpiring decisions.
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But this time, Shastri's words were directed towards the match referee, who is responsible for maintaining fair play.
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It remains to be seen if Shastri's outburst will have any impact on the match or the referee's decisions.
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One thing is for sure, Shastri's fiery personality is always on display, whether on or off the field.
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Let's hope that the match between India and England lives up to the hype, despite this controversial start.