Melbourne, December 30, 2024 – Australia’s captain Pat Cummins has spoken out about the controversial dismissal of Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal during the recent Test series. The incident occurred during the second innings when Jaiswal was controversially dismissed after a caught-behind decision, sparking widespread debate.
Cummins, who was fielding at the time of the incident, explained that he “heard a noise” and “saw deviation” as the ball passed Jaiswal’s bat. Although he wasn’t entirely certain there was clear contact with the bat, Cummins felt the sound and the movement of the ball were enough to make him confident in his appeal to the umpire. His statement added fuel to the debate over whether the ball had genuinely made contact with the bat or if it had only hit the glove.
The dismissal left many questioning the decision, with some suggesting that it may have been an unfair call. Despite the ongoing controversy, the umpire’s decision stood, and Jaiswal was sent back to the pavilion. This incident has once again highlighted the importance of technology and umpire decision-making in modern cricket.
