Veteran Indian spinner R Ashwin recently shared his thoughts on the impact of the Decision Review System (DRS) in domestic cricket, particularly in light of Ricky Bhui’s dismissal against Manav Suthar in the ongoing Duleep Trophy match between India C and India D. The second day of this four-day fixture saw bowlers taking center stage, […]

Former India skipper MS Dhoni is arguably one of the sharpest brains in cricket. His in-game assessment and the ability to make correct decisions on the field have given him respect way beyond his glovework. The spotless calls of DRS are what he is known for. The consistency with which Dhoni has gone about the […]

The role of a wicketkeeper in cricket has always been multifaceted. From agile glovework behind the stumps to tactical decisions and motivating the team, they are the silent guardians of the field. But as the game evolves, so does the role of the keeper. The advent of the DRS (Decision Review System) highlighted the wicketkeeper’s […]

Cricket has seen numerous umpiring errors over the years that have significantly impacted the game’s history. Even with the advent of technology, these mistakes haven’t been completely eradicated. The IPL Eliminator showcased this ongoing issue, as a quick decision by the third umpire left the Rajasthan Royals camp fuming. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) started their […]

Cricket umpires have never faced as much scrutiny as they do today, with every decision being analyzed in real time. This heightened pressure can lead to some unusual moments on the field. One such instance involved umpire Nitin Menon during the IPL 2024 match in Hyderabad on Sunday, where he made a notable blunder amidst […]

In a crucial clash between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) in IPL 2024, spinner Rashid Khan delivered a decisive blow by dismissing Sam Curran, albeit with some drama. Initially, the on-field umpire denied the appeal as the ball struck Curran’s pads, but Shubman Gill’s astute review revealed that it would have hit the […]

In the dynamic world of T20 cricket, even the smallest of decisions can sway the outcome of a match. Such was the case for the Punjab Kings in their clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad, where skipper Shikhar Dhawan found redemption after a crucial review denial early in the game at Mullanpur. Opting to field first after […]

On the opening day of the fifth Test between India and England, skipper Rohit Sharma found himself in an awkward situation when he opted not to take a review despite a confident appeal from young cricketer Sarfaraz Khan during the second session. The match at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala is the final […]

On Day 4 of the second Test between India and England, confusion reigned supreme as Ravichandran Ashwin was denied his 500th Test wicket due to a perplexing Decision Review System (DRS) call. The incident unfolded in the second session of the fourth day in Vizag. India’s off-spinner, Ravichandran  Ashwin, appeared to dismiss England’s Tom Hartley […]

India’s pace leader, Jasprit Bumrah, displayed remarkable resilience and determination on the third day of the first Test against England in Hyderabad. After India missed a crucial DRS opportunity for an lbw decision against Ben Duckett, Bumrah responded with a fierce delivery that shattered Duckett’s stumps. The turning point occurred when Bumrah’s in-swinging delivery had […]