Botham, 68, was left with big bruises and scars on his body due to the incident. His flip-flops had reportedly tangled on a rope while he was trying to board the boat, leading to the accident.

Despite the tragic death of Phillip Hughes after being struck by a bouncer, Merv Hughes says the delivery should not be cautioned against.

Hughes, a one-time selector, said he was incredulous that Australia were playing in a one-day series in India while England were in Perth preparing for the Tests.

With the Melbourne pitch expected to favour spin on days four and five of the Test, this could just be the advantage the Indians are looking for.