An Australian comedian caused a light-hearted interruption during the second Ashes Test at The Gabba on Friday, as he inadvertently distracted stand-in captain Steve Smith while he was batting. Aaron Gocs, known for his distinctive mullet, was returning to his seat with a beer when he walked into Smith's eyeline just as Ben Stokes was about to bowl.
Smith, who is famously particular about his pre-shot routine, stepped away from the crease and pointed at Gocs, who stood sheepishly by the advertising boards. The moment was captured on Fox Sports' broadcast, with commentators Mark Howard joking: 'Bit hard to pin that bloke, he's just gone to get a beer.'
Gocs later posted a photo of himself at the match on Instagram, captioning it: 'At the big game. Australia vs England Day 2, Brisbane Cricket Ground.' Fans also took to social media to comment, with one writing: 'Come on mate, etiquette says only between the overs.'
Despite the distraction, play continued, and Smith was later dismissed for 61 by a stunning catch from Will Jacks. However, England's day was marred by five dropped catches, allowing Australia to reach 378 for six, a lead of 44 runs. Former England captain Joe Root, who scored an unbeaten 138, insisted the team's Ashes campaign was not derailed.
