Published 15:46 IST, January 12th 2021

David Warner apologises to India on Australia's behalf over racism, lauded on social media

Australian opener David Warner expressed regret over the racial abuse that Indian pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj had to face in Sydney recently.

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Indian pacers Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj were subjected to racial abuse by Australian crowd on more than one occasion during recently concluded India vs Australia 3rd Test at SCG in Sydney. Jasprit Bumrah-Mohammed Siraj racial abuse news caused a lot of stir with Indian fans, as well as, cricketers condemning regrettable occurrence. After event came to light, Cricket Australia issued an apology asserting that it followed a 'zero-tolerance policy' to all forms of discrimination and also ackwledged abuse faced by Indian pacers.

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David Warner issues heartfelt apology for Jasprit Bumrah-Mohammed Siraj racial abuse incident

w, Australian opener David Warner has apologised to India for racial abuse that Indian pacers had to face in Sydney. southpaw took to Instagram and shared a few pictures from game. In caption, Warner expressed his joy at being able to play cricket again after recovering from an injury. He added that result didn't go in ir favour but he was happy with effort that his side put in.

Warner also congratulated India and lauded ir fighting spirit for securing a draw from an improbable situation. He also said that he was looking forward to fourth and final Test at Gabba in Brisbane. dynamic opener n apologised to his former IPL teammate Mohammed Siraj and whole Indian team for racial abuse y were subjected to, saying that racism and abuse are t in any way acceptable or tolerated anywhere at any time. In end, Warner mentioned that he expects better from ir home crowd.

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As soon as Warner uploaded post, fans flooded comments section with ir responses. Several reactions poured in on Twitter as Indian fans lauded Australian for his sportsmanship. Here's a look at how how people reacted to Warner's Instagram post.

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India vs Australia 4th Test 2021 live streaming details

third Test ending in a draw means that  series is still poised at 1-1 with fourth and final Test to be played at Gabba in Brisbane from January 15-19. For India vs Australia 4th Test 2021 live telecast in India, fans can tune into  Sony Pictures Sports Network (SONY TEN 1, SONY TEN 3 and SONY SIX) at 5:30 AM (IST) on Friday, January 15. For India vs Australia live scores, one can visit official website and social media ps of BCCI and Cricket Australia.  live streaming of India vs Australia 4th Test will be available for fans on  SonyLIV app.

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SOURCE: CRICKET.COM.AU

15:46 IST, January 12th 2021