Ranchi: Allegations and denials flew thick and quick between the rival captains Virat Kohli and Steven Smith with India skipper claiming that the home team physio Patrick Farhart was disrespected by Australian Team.

Kohli alleged that some Australians unnecessarily taunted Farhart to which Smith denied the claim.

"They started taking Patrick's name. I don't know why. He's our physio and his job is to treat me. I don't find the reason behind it. I could not understand. You must ask why they have started taking his name," said Kohli at post match press conference.

While saving a run on the first day of the third Test here, Kohli hurt his shoulder and Farhart rushed onto the field to attain to his injury. Kohli eventually left the field with the physio.