Third Umpire Controversy: Jaiswal's Dismissal Sparks Debate

BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla criticized the third umpire's decision to dismiss Yashasvi Jaiswal in the Boxing Day Test against Australia, sparking controversy. Despite technology suggesting a 'not out', the third umpire based the dismissal on visual deflection, leading to criticism from cricketing legends and audience debate.

The contentious dismissal of Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal during the final day of the Boxing Day Test against Australia has ignited a heated debate. BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla openly criticized third umpire Saikat Sharfuddoula's decision, which was based on a visual deflection despite technological evidence suggesting otherwise.

Australian captain Pat Cummins appealed for a caught behind, which the on-field umpire initially dismissed. However, upon referral, the third umpire ruled Jaiswal out, utilizing visual cues over the Snicko technology. This decision drew fire from cricketing legends, including Sunil Gavaskar, who emphasized the importance of technology in such scenarios.

The incident resonated with a previous controversy involving KL Rahul in Perth, highlighting ongoing challenges in adopting technology within cricket. Former ICC Elite Panel umpire Simon Taufel defended the third umpire's decision, pointing to visual conclusive evidence as decisive, despite the secondary technological insights being inconclusive.

(With inputs from agencies.)