A dramatic and controversial incident unfolded during the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) match between Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) and Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, sparking chaos and confusion that overshadowed the game itself.
The controversy erupted during the tenth over of the Falcons’ chase, when an lbw appeal against batter Imad Wasim was met with prolonged uncertainty. Initially given not out by on-field umpire Christopher Taylor, TKR captain Kieron Pollard opted for a review, which revealed that the ball had struck Wasim’s pads in line with the stumps. Ball-tracking technology indicated that the delivery would have hit leg stump, potentially sending Wasim back to the pavilion for a golden duck.
However, Wasim appeared confident that he had edged the ball before it struck his pads. As he prepared to leave the field, he was seen communicating with the umpires, indicating he believed he was not out. His coach, Curtly Ambrose, was also visibly animated on the sidelines, gesticulating to protest the decision.
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In a surprising turn of events, the third umpire, Nigel Duguid, eventually overturned the original decision, declaring Wasim not out after confirming the inside edge on replays. This decision ignited a heated exchange between Pollard and the on-field umpires, leading to a nearly 12-minute delay in play. The TKR camp, clearly dissatisfied, voiced their frustrations over the ruling, while Wasim ultimately continued batting and contributed to the Falcons’ successful chase.
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Following the match, a visibly upset Pollard kept his comments brief at the presentation ceremony, saying, “If I speak, I’ll get into trouble. So I better stay quiet on that.” In contrast, Falcons captain Chris Green expressed his bewilderment at the situation, describing it as “absolute chaos.” He added, “I don’t know what went on. He was given out when he shouldn’t have been… but he was told to [continue batting].”
Despite the defeat, TKR remains in second place in the points table but has yet to secure a playoff spot. The incident not only highlighted the pressures and complexities of decision-making in cricket but also added another layer of drama to an already entertaining tournament.
As the CPL continues, fans and players alike will be watching closely to see how such controversies are handled and whether they affect the outcomes of future matches.
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