Women’s T20 WC: Controversial umpiring decision makes Indian captain angry
Xtra Time Web Desk: The T20 World Cup match between India Women and New Zealand Women at the Dubai International Stadium has been eventful, with the White Ferns winning the toss and opting to bat first. The decision proved effective as their openers built a solid fifty-plus partnership, putting India on the back foot early.
One of the most controversial moments came during the 14th over when New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr was given a lifeline despite being seemingly run out. Kerr, who was steadying the innings alongside captain Sophie Devine, found herself short of the crease after a quick second run. Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur's accurate throw from long-off reached wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh, who dislodged the bails before Kerr could make her ground.
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Kerr started walking back to the dugout, assuming she was out. However, to the surprise of Indian players and fans alike, the on-field umpires recalled her, adjudging her not out, allowing her to continue her innings. The decision left the Indian team visibly frustrated, adding to the mounting tension on the field.
Earlier in the match, India’s bowling attack struggled to find rhythm, but it was the fielding that caused the most disappointment. A major misfield occurred during the 6th over when Georgia Plimmer sent Arundhati Roy’s delivery to deep square leg. Renuka Singh, fielding in the deep, approached the ball casually, allowing what should have been a single to turn into a boundary. The blunder visibly frustrated Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur, whose irritation was evident on the field.
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Adding to India’s woes, wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh missed a straightforward chance in the same over, further dampening India's performance. These lapses in fielding, combined with the controversial umpiring decision, put India under pressure in what was already a tough contest against a strong New Zealand side.
