Sanju Samson Controversial Out
Sanju Samson’s controversial out sparked a heated debate on social media. The Rajasthan Royals’ (RR) skipper had to leave the crease due to a debatable umpiring decision. He was given out to a catch by West Indies star Shai Hope. But the catch, which happened at the boundary rope, made people once again raise eyebrows on umpiring decisions during IPL 2024.
Nail-Biting Catch Ignites Controversy
While batting on a fiery 86, Samson launched a powerful shot off DC pacer Mukesh Kumar. Shai Hope, stationed at long-on, attempted a catch. Though he seemed to secure the ball, replays showed him precariously close to the boundary rope. This uncertainty sent shivers down the spine of fans as the third umpire took charge.
Third Umpire’s Decision Infuriates RR
The turning point arrived when the third umpire ruled in favor of DC, dismissing Samson. This call triggered disbelief and frustration within the RR camp, with Samson himself engaging in a heated exchange with the umpires.
Navjot Singh Sidhu Chimes In
Former Indian batsman Navjot Singh Sidhu entered the debate, firmly supporting RR. Sidhu argued that replays clearly showed the fielder, Hope, making contact with the boundary rope twice while completing the catch.
To drive home his point, Sidhu employed a memorable analogy: “The decision that changed the game was Sanju Samson’s controversial out. There could be differing opinions, but looking at the side-on angle, it touches the boundary twice. It was pretty clear. Either you don’t use technology, or if technology makes a mistake, it’s like finding a fly in the milk, and someone asks you to drink it.”
Sidhu further emphasized that the naked eye could clearly see the contact between Hope and the boundary rope, making the dismissal highly questionable. He compared this incident to a recent controversial dismissal involving Virat Kohli, where a potential no-ball call sparked similar debate.
Sanju Samson’s Controversial Out Revives DC Hopes
Sanju Samson’s dismissal proved to be a pivotal moment in the match. With a key batsman gone, RR’s batting momentum faltered, and they were eventually restricted to a score that DC chased down to claim a crucial victory. This win significantly revived DC’s playoff aspirations in the ongoing IPL 2024 season.
