IPL 2024: Know 7 Controversial Umpiring Decisions

BY MONEYCONTROL NEWS

May 27, 2024

Sanju Samson’s Dismissal

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In a match between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 10, 2024, Sanju Samson’s shot off Mukesh Kumar was caught by Shai Hope near the boundary. The TV umpire confirmed the catch was clean, despite replays suggesting boundary contact. Samson was given out, leading to his argument with the umpires and a subsequent fine of 30% of his match fees for dissent.

Virat Kohli’s Dismissal

During a Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) match on April 18, 2024, Kohli was caught and bowled by Harshit Rana. Kohli claimed that the full-toss delivery was waist-high, but the third umpire concluded that he had left his crease to move slightly ahead on the pitch. Since the ball was gradually dipping, it was deemed on par with his waist’s height.

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Dinesh Karthik’s LBW

On May 1, 2024, Avesh Khan struck Dinesh Karthik (DK) on the pads, and the on-field umpire declared him out. However, the third umpire overturned the decision during the IPL 2024 Eliminator, declaring DK not out after reviewing the footage.

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Wide Call Against Mohit Sharma

In a match between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) on April 10, 2024, Mohit Sharma bowled a length well outside off against Sanju Samson. The on-field umpire initially called it wide, but the third umpire decided it was not wider than Samson’s initial movement and upheld the original call.

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Wide Call Against Ishant Sharma

In a match between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on April 14, 2024, Ishant Sharma angled a delivery from around the wicket, beating Devdutt Padikkal down the leg side. The on-field umpire called it wide, but Rishabh Pant questioned why the third umpire did not consider ultra-edge in the review.

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Ayush Badoni’s Run Out

In a match between Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants on April 30, 2024, Ishan Kishan whipped off the bails to dismiss Ayush Badoni, but it appeared he wasn’t quick enough. Replays showed that it was 50-50 whether Badoni had grounded his bat, and the third umpire eventually ruled it as a run-out.

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Dhruv Jurel’s Run Out

During a match between RR and RCB on May 22, 2024, Dhruv Jurel was running for a single. Kohli made the throw from the deep, but Cameron Green didn’t fully take the ball while breaking the stumps, resulting in a debated and controversial dismissal.

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