Australian police take dig at Jonny Bairstow after controversial Ashes dismissal

Jonny Bairstow’s controversial dismissal in the second Ashes Test at Lord’s took the internet by storm. Now, police from the Australian state of Victoria has shared a post taking a dig at Bairstow.

Victoria Police tweeted, “We would like to thank Jonny Bairstow for reminding everyone about the dangers of stepping over the crease before you're given the green light.” The post features a picture of Jonny Bairstow’s dismissal with a traffic signal in the frame.

Bairstow was stumped by Alex Carey in the 52nd over of the second innings after he left the crease.

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Even United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak shared his view on the incident. “The PM agrees with Ben Stokes. He said he simply wouldn’t want to win a game in the manner Australia did,” Sunak’s spokesperson was quoted as saying by The Guardian.

Australian PM’s tweet

Australian premier Anthony Albanese has also tweeted on the Ashes series. In a post, Albanese wrote, “I’m proud of our men’s and women’s cricket teams, who have both won their opening two Ashes matches against England. Same old Aussies – always winning! Australia is right behind Alyssa Healy and Pat Cummins and their teams and look forward to welcoming them home victorious.”

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