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“Is this a joke” KL Rahul’s DRS dismissal in Perth stuns cricketers and sparks debate

“Is this a joke” KL Rahul’s DRS dismissal in Perth stuns cricketers and sparks debate

No one can believe what happened as KL Rahul, who was looking in great touch, seems to have become a victim of 'poor umpiring' in the 1st Test against Australia.

The only batter who looked in great touch against Australia in Perth became a victim of ‘poor third umpiring.’ KL Rahul, who got a chance as an opener, was left fuming as the star batter fought hard and scored 26 runs, looking much better compared to any other batter. However, one outside-off-stump delivery by Mitchell Starc sent him back to the pavilion.

The controversy began in the 23rd over when Rahul was beaten by a short-pitched delivery from Starc. The Australians believed the ball took an edge, but apparently Snicko suggested otherwise. Instead, it appeared that Rahul’s bat hit his pad, resulting in the noise detected by the technology.

Also not to forget, the on-field umpire, England’s Richard Kettleborough, initially gave a not-out decision. However, the TV umpire, Richard Illingworth, overturned it without asking for additional angles, making a decision in haste. Rahul, looked confident that the ball hadn’t touched his bat, had nothing go in his favour. The 32-year-old batter departed for 26 in the first innings of the Perth Test.

As expected, X erupted with reactions, with several cricketers criticising the third umpire’s decision. Check out the list of players and see who said!

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