Sunday , January 5 2025

Jasprit Bumrah expressed displeasure over Washington Sundar’s controversial out, spoke to the umpire


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Indian team captain Jasprit Bumrah appeared unhappy with the controversial dismissal of Washington Sundar in the match played in Melbourne on Friday. As soon as Bumrah reached the crease, he discussed the matter with the field umpire and expressed his displeasure. Sundar, who was playing in great form, stayed at the crease for some time, disappointed with the umpire’s decision.

What happened in the 67th over?

  • In the 67th over of the Indian innings, Washington Sundar tried to play a pull shot off the ball of Australian captain Pat Cummins.
  • The ball did not hit the bat, but Alex Carey, standing behind the wicket, made a slow appeal.
  • The field umpire rejected the appeal, but the Australian team decided to seek a review.

Third umpire’s decision and controversy

  • While watching the review, third umpire Joel Wilson checked the snickometer and other angles.
  • When the ball passed the glove, movement appeared on the snickometer.
  • However, no such clear evidence was found from another angle.
  • After a lengthy investigation, the third umpire instructed the field umpire to change his decision, and Sundar was declared out.

Jasprit Bumrah expressed his displeasure

After Sundar’s dismissal, when Bumrah came to the crease, he talked to the field umpire.

  • Bumrah said:
    “In the last match he did not give it out and this time he gave it out.”
  • This conversation is going viral on social media, and fans are giving different opinions on it.

Sundar’s excellent form and impact on the team

  • Washington Sundar was looking in good form in this match and had earlier scored a half-century in Melbourne.
  • His dismissal like this proved to be a big blow for the Indian team.

Fans reaction on social media

  • Fans criticized the third umpire for this decision.
  • Some called it a correct decision within the rules of the game, while others termed it unfair to Sundar.