Former star Ian Bishop criticized a controversial catch involving Rajat Patidar, sparking debates over umpiring standards in Ahmedabad.
AHMEDABAD
A heated debate has erupted in the cricket world following a disputed catch during the clash between Bengaluru and Gujarat. Former star Ian Bishop claims there was plenty of proof to keep Rajat Patidar on the field, sparking fresh questions about umpiring standards.
The drama unfolded in the eighth over when Patidar hit a low ball toward the boundary. Jason Holder dived for the catch, but the ball appeared to brush the grass as he slid. While the Bengaluru players immediately protested, the third umpire ruled it a fair catch. This decision left the dugout stunned and sparked a long, visible argument between Virat Kohli and the match officials.
Bishop, speaking on the incident, noted that Holder’s hand was facing the sky, meaning the ball was likely touching the turf. According to cricket rules, a fielder must have total control of both the ball and their body movement for a catch to count. Bishop argued that since Holder was still sliding and struggling with his balance, the evidence favored the batsman.
The fallout from the decision was massive. Patidar’s exit triggered a middle-order collapse, with Bengaluru losing three more wickets in just four overs. What started as a promising innings quickly turned into a struggle for the team. Fans and experts alike are now left wondering if a second look by the cameras could have changed the game’s entire momentum. For now, the controversial call remains the talk of the tournament.
