Watch: Ravindra Jadeja applies mysterious thing on finger during 1st test; Sparks controversy on Social Media

During the match, a video emerged showing Ravindra Jadeja receiving something from his teammate. The video showed Jadeja applying the substance on his left index finger.

This sparked a debate over the substance.The first day of the first Test between India and Australia saw Ravindra Jadeja in top form, delivering a fifer and restricting the Australian lineup to a score of 177.

Controversy Surrounding Substance on Ravindra Jadeja’s Finger

The video sparked a debate over what the substance was, with former Australia captain Tim Paine calling it “interesting.” However, a BCCI source stated that it was an ointment for pain relief for Jadeja’s sore finger.

The incident took place while Australia was at 120 for 5, with Alex Carey and Peter Handscomb at the crease, and Jadeja was bowling his 16th over.

Former England captain, Michael Vaughan, posted on Twitter regarding the mysterious substance applied by Ravindra Jadeja on his spinning finger during the India vs Australia Test match. Vaughan expressed his surprise and inquisitiveness in the tweet, asking “What is it he is putting on his spinning finger?” and indicating that he had never seen anything like it before.

David Warner and Steve Smith, who are part of the visiting Australian side, served bans for their role in the 2018 South Africa ball-tampering scandal. This is their first international match after serving the ban.

Strong Performance by the Indian Lineup

Indian Lineup India ended the day at 77 for 1, with their captain scoring a half-century and staying not out at 54, and Ashwin waiting to start his inning. The Indian bowling attacks were impressive on the first day, with spinners taking most of the wickets. Fans are hoping to see some sensational batting performances from the Indian lineup on the second day of the match.

The India vs Australia Test saw exciting moments, including Ravindra Jadeja’s fifer and a strong performance by the Indian lineup. The debate over the substance on Jadeja’s finger was also a highlight of the first day. The second day promises to be even more thrilling, with both teams eager to secure a win.