Rohit Sharma Questions Controversial Decision on Rishabh Pant Dismissal – Reddy Anna Match Prediction

Rohit Sharma questions third umpire's decision on Rishabh Pant's dismissal, impacting India's chase in the New Zealand series.

In a post-match press conference, Indian captain Rohit Sharma voiced his concerns about Rishabh Pant's controversial dismissal in the Mumbai Test against New Zealand. With the match slipping away after Pant’s crucial knock of 64, the third umpire's decision to overturn the on-field call on Pant’s wicket added fuel to India’s frustration, with Sharma questioning the consistency of umpiring decisions and technology's role in determining them.

The contentious moment occurred during the 22nd over, when Ajaz Patel’s delivery led to an appeal for a catch behind. Initially ruled “not out” by on-field umpire Richard Illingworth, New Zealand called for a review, leading to UltraEdge technology detecting a minor spike as the ball passed Pant’s bat. However, with Pant's bat also potentially striking his pad at the same time, the evidence seemed inconclusive. Third umpire Paul Reiffel’s decision to overturn the call surprised Sharma, who later suggested that rules around using such technology be applied consistently.

Sharma commented, "If there is no conclusive evidence, the on-field umpire's call should stand. Pant's wicket was crucial to our chase, and this decision affected our momentum." On social media, former cricketer AB de Villiers echoed Sharma's doubts, pointing out the limitations of current technology when bat and pad are close together, and raising questions about the consistent use of technology like UltraEdge and Hotspot.

New Zealand captain Tom Latham, however, defended the review, explaining that close-in fielders heard two distinct sounds, which led them to appeal. He stated, “We heard two noises, so we left it up to the umpire, and thankfully it fell in our favor.”

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