Former Australian cricketer Shane Lee has criticized Ricky Ponting for his comments on Virat Kohli's form, suggesting it might backfire by motivating the Indian star ahead of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

Team India head coach says, he has got no concerns over the form of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma ahead of the Border-Gavaskar series.

Describing Gautam Gambhir as a "prickly character," Ricky Ponting said that he's "had a bit of history" with India head coach

Ricky Ponting has clarified his recent comments about Virat Kohli and claimed that he wasn't trying to take a jibe at the Indian star batter. Ponting also said that Gautam Gambhir was a 'prickly character' and wasn't surprised to see him lash out at his Kohli remark.

Ricky Ponting has clarified his concerns around the form of Virat Kohli after India’s coach bristled at the Aussie legend’s comments, urging him to focus on Australia.

Shane Lee's comment came hours after Gautam Gambhir hit back at Ricky Ponting over his Virat Kohli statement, questioning his expertise on Indian cricket.

It appears barbs are already being shared between both camps ahead of the first Test of the summer, with former Australia captain Ricky Ponting being lambasted by India's coach.