In a controversial turn of events during the fourth Test between Australia and India at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was given out caught behind despite no evidence of an edge on the Snickometer. This incident has ignited a fierce debate among fans and commentators, leading to hashtag ‘cheating’ trending on the microblogging website X.
The controversial dismissal of Yashasvi Jaiswal
The incident took place on the fifth ball of the 71st over when Jaiswal was batting on 84 runs. Australian captain Pat Cummins bowled a short delivery that Jaiswal attempted to hook. The ball went directly to wicketkeeper Alex Carey, prompting an appeal from the Australian players. On-field umpire Joel Wilson initially ruled it not out, but Australia opted for a review.
Third umpire Sharfuddoula Saikat spent several minutes reviewing the footage, including slow-motion replays and Snickometer data. While the Snickometer showed no spike indicating contact with the bat or gloves, the third umpire concluded that there was a deflection based on visual evidence and overturned the original decision, declaring Jaiswal out.
Outrage among Indian fans
The decision sparked immediate outrage among Indian fans, who felt that the lack of conclusive evidence warranted retaining the on-field call. As Wilson raised his finger to signal Jaiswal’s dismissal, calls of “cheaters” echoed on social media. Several fans expressed their frustration, questioning the integrity of the decision-making process in cricket.
No edge on Snicko and third umpire given yashasvi jaiswal out
This is properly cheating by Australia team
Where is BCCI? #INDvAUS #YashasviJaiswal#Cheatingpic.twitter.com/gN6MrFkAeN— Cover Point (@CoverPoint17) December 30, 2024
Australian doing what they are known for
Cheating!!
As per ICC rules if Sniko shows no disturbance then it should be not out.
Yashasvi Jaiswal was given out incorrectly. pic.twitter.com/uXdmsbBQLm
— Ctrl C Ctrl Memes (@Ctrlmemes_) December 30, 2024
Full on #cheating in #INDvsAUS Test Cricket!
Stupid Stupid Stupid Australia #Cheaters
Rohit Sharma should take retire.pic.twitter.com/sfTiKl2IHS
— . (@CricCrazyDeepak) December 30, 2024
Team India bad luck NO EDGE NO Deflection ON SNICKO but still given YASHASVI JAISWAL out by the Stupid Stupid Stupid Bangladeshi Umpire. it was not out UNREAL CHEATING BY AUSTRALIA. AUSSIES WIN #cheating #YashasviJaiswal #Cheaters #INDvsAUS #INDvAUS #RohitSharma𓃵 #ViratKohli𓃵 pic.twitter.com/INSRGAvmKP
— Veeresh Kumar (@VeereshKum9526) December 30, 2024
No spike in snickometer but still Jaiswal was given out.
How ? #cheating #INDvsAUS pic.twitter.com/MhqJf3DoKL— Simple Funda (@Tiwarijunction) December 30, 2024
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Prominent cricket analysts and former players also weighed in on the controversy. Critics highlighted that while technology is meant to aid in accurate decision-making, its limitations can sometimes lead to contentious outcomes. Former cricketers like Sunil Gavaskar and Irfan Pathan expressed their disbelief at the overturning of Wilson’s decision, while others like Ricky Ponting defended the third umpire’s ruling.
Sunil Gavaskar questions the Bangladeshi jehadi 3rd umpire’s decision for Yashasvi Jaiswal to overlook the Snicko technology.#cheating #INDvsAUS #TravisHead #Chokli #BGT24 #YashasviJaiswal #AUSvINDIA #retire | Happy Retirement | Gambhir | NOT OUT pic.twitter.com/zxuL7MLftv
— Radheya (@HPindia01) December 30, 2024
Impact of Jaiswal’s dismissal on the match
Jaiswal’s dismissal was significant as it ended India’s hopes of salvaging a draw in a match where they were chasing a target of 340 runs. The young opener had been a beacon of hope for India amidst a struggling batting lineup, having scored 84 runs with eight fours before his controversial exit.
Soon after Jaiswal walking back to the pavilion, the remaining India batters followed. The visitors got all out for just 155 in their second innings, losing the match by 184 runs and giving the Aussies a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.
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