Bangladesh Umpire Sharfuddoula’s Decision to Give Yashasvi Jaiswal Out Despite No Edge on Snicko Draws Criticism

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Australia defeated India by 184 runs in the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Monday, December 30. The match looked set for a draw for most of the fifth day until a controversial decision ended Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal’s crucial innings.

The Controversial Dismissal

Jaiswal was leading the Indian batting effort, scoring his second consecutive 80+ in the Test. He was batting confidently on 84 when Australian skipper Pat Cummins bowled a short-pitched delivery. Jaiswal attempted a hook shot but appeared to miss it. Wicketkeeper Alex Carey caught the ball and appealed, but the on-field umpire gave it not out.

Australia immediately went for a DRS review. The third umpire, Sharfuddoula from Bangladesh, examined the replays. The Snickometer, a tool used to detect edges, showed no spike when the ball passed Jaiswal’s bat or gloves. However, Sharfuddoula overturned the on-field decision, ruling Jaiswal out based on a visible deflection of the ball.

India’s Collapse After Jaiswal’s Dismissal

Jaiswal’s dismissal changed the course of the game. After his departure, India’s batting lineup crumbled quickly. They failed to hold on for a draw, and Australia secured a convincing win, taking a 2-1 lead in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

The decision has sparked debates among cricket fans, with many questioning the use of technology and the third umpire’s judgment in critical moments of the game.

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