Virat Kohli's Dismissal Sparks Controversy – Was It a Tech Glitch?
Virat Kohli's return to the Indian team after a brief injury break was met with unexpected controversy during the second ODI against England in Cuttack. Kohli, who missed the first match due to a sore knee, was looking to make an impact but found himself at the center of a heated debate after a controversial dismissal.
Facing England’s Adil Rashid, Kohli attempted to defend a sharply turning delivery but was beaten on the edge. The on-field umpire ruled him not out, but England opted for a DRS review. To Kohli’s shock, UltraEdge showed a faint spike, and the third umpire overturned the decision. Kohli was visibly stunned as he watched the replay on the big screen, clearly unconvinced that the ball had touched his bat. His animated reaction instantly became a talking point, with many questioning whether a technical glitch had influenced the decision.
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Social media exploded with reactions, with some fans arguing that the UltraEdge detection might have been faulty, while others speculated that Kohli simply didn't feel the faint edge. The debate over DRS accuracy is nothing new, but when a player of Kohli’s stature reacts in such disbelief, it naturally raises questions. Could this be another instance of technology failing a player, or was it just one of those barely noticeable edges that even batsmen themselves can miss?
This match also marked Kohli’s first international appearance since the Sydney Test against Australia last month. His absence from the first ODI had led to Shreyas Iyer stepping in, who played a crucial role in India’s win. Iyer later revealed that he was watching a movie when he unexpectedly received a call to be ready to play due to Kohli’s injury.
With the Champions Trophy approaching, Kohli will be eager to put this disappointment behind him and regain his rhythm. Meanwhile, questions around his recent struggles against spinners continue to circulate, with Rashid now joining the list of bowlers who have troubled him in recent years. As India gears up for the final ODI against England, all eyes will be on Kohli—will he bounce back, or will this controversy linger in the minds of fans and analysts?
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