India vs Australia: Sunil Gavaskar Questions 3rd Umpire’s Decision on Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Controversial Dismissal in Boxing Day Test
Sunil Gavaskar criticized the third umpire’s decision during Yashasvi Jaiswal’s dismissal on Day 5 of the fourth Test against Australia in Melbourne. Jaiswal was ruled out despite replays showing no clear deflection and Snicko showing no edge. Gavaskar questioned the use of technology, stating it should be relied upon fully for decision-making. Australia won the match, taking a 2-1 lead.
India’s loss in the 4th Test against Australia has been marked with some controversial moments, particularly regarding Yashasvi Jaiswal’s dismissal on day five. Former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar slammed the third umpire’s decision after Jaiswal was given out following a review for a possible edge.
Despite replays showing a deflection near the glove, Snicko showed no conclusive evidence of an edge, leading Gavaskar to question the use of technology, stating it could be an optical illusion. He emphasized that technology should be used effectively and not based on visual misinterpretation.
🗣 "Yeh optical illusion hai."#SunilGavaskar questions the 3rd umpire's decision to overlook the Snicko technology. OUT or NOT OUT – what’s your take on #Jaiswal’s dismissal? 👀#AUSvINDOnStar 👉 5th Test, Day 1 | FRI, 3rd JAN, 4:30 AM | #ToughestRivalry #BorderGavaskarTrophy pic.twitter.com/vnAEZN9SPw
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) December 30, 2024
The dismissal occurred during the 71st over when Jaiswal attempted a pull shot against Pat Cummins. Following this, Australia capitalized on India’s batting collapse in the final session, with Cummins, Starc, and Lyon taking key wickets. India’s batting struggles were marked by early dismissals, and despite a strong partnership between Jaiswal and Pant, India eventually lost by seven wickets, trailing 2-1 in the series.
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