The incident happened when Ponting was discussing some points of the day’s play. He was struck by a series of fruity missiles and several grapes were seen near his shoes on the turf
Ricky Ponting. Pic/AFP
Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting was left fuming after being pelted by grapes on live television when he was on his broadcasting duties at the end of Day One of the fifth Ashes Test.
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The incident happened when Ponting was discussing some points of the day’s play. He was struck by a series of fruity missiles and several grapes were seen near his shoes on the turf.
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After Sky Sports presenter, Ian Ward wrapped an interview with Todd Murphy, he pointed out to Ponting. “It looks like you’re being peppered with grapes,” Ward was quoted by the Sun. But Ponting, who looked far from impressed, said: “I’ve just been hit by a grape. I wouldn’t mind finding out who that was actually.”
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