Everyone says out, third umpire not out; Tripathi’s catch | Tripathi Catch

Dubai: Controversy has erupted over the catch made by Rahul Tripathi during the Punjab Kings-Kolkata Knight Riders match in the Indian Premier League (IPL) yesterday. During the match, Punjab Kings captain K.L. The controversy was sparked by a catch by Rahul Tripathi to oust Rahul. Although the on-field umpires left the final decision to the third umpire due to confusion over the outing, the confusion increased once again with his decision! After examining various camera angles of the catch, the third umpire ruled that Rahul Tripathi’s catch was incorrect. With this, Rahul was able to stay at the crease.

However, the controversy erupted when the cricket community came out against the decision of the third umpire. The decision of the third umpire was controversial as everyone, including former players and commentators, argued that Tripathi’s catch was accurate.

Shivam Mavi’s 11 off 10 balls helped Kings to a comfortable victory over Punjab Kings. Rahul shot into controversy. Tripathi dived from near the boundary line and was caught by Rahul. The catch that should be described as ‘class’ at a glance.

However, the third umpire had to intervene as the on-field umpires were confused as to whether the ball had hit the ground during the catch. After a fairly long examination, third judge Anil Dandekar ruled that it was not out.

Continuing at the crease, Rahul added another four in the over to reduce the target to five off six balls in the final over.

Former players and commentators Sunil Gavaskar, Kevin Pietersen, Ian Bishop, Graeme Swann, Aakash Chopra and Harsha Bhogle have all pointed out that Rahul Tripathi’s catch was accurate and Rahul was out. New Zealand’s Jimmy Neesham, India’s Abhinav Mukund and former India captain Gautam Gambhir also said that Tripathi’s catch was accurate.

English Summary: Controversial umpiring decision sparks debate after IPL thriller