Umpire’s Major No-Ball Error Secures Jasprit Bumrah’s 100th T20I Wicket During India vs South Africa Match Sparking Online Debate
Jasprit Bumrah achieved an impressive milestone on Tuesday, becoming the first Indian cricketer to take 100 wickets in all three formats of the game. This notable event unfolded during the 1st T20I match against South Africa in Cuttack, making Bumrah the fifth player globally to reach this achievement.
Major No-Ball Controversy During Bumrah’s Milestone
Bumrah recorded his 100th T20I wicket with the dismissal of South Africa’s Dewald Brevis. The catch was taken by Suryakumar Yadav after a delivery that raised eyebrows regarding its legality. Although the umpires evaluated the delivery for a front-foot no-ball, the third umpire deemed it a fair delivery, stating some part of Bumrah’s shoe was behind the crease.
This decision sparked a heated discussion online, with numerous social media users debating the legitimacy of the call. Commentator Murali Kartik noted that the camera angle was inconclusive, suggesting that the benefit of the doubt should go to the bowler. In contrast, another commentator disagreed, emphasizing the contentious nature of the decision.
Statistics from the Match
| Team | Score | Top Scorer | Best Bowler |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 175/6 in 20 overs | Hardik Pandya (59*) | Lungi Ngidi (3/31) |
| South Africa | 74 all out in 12.3 overs | Dewald Brevis (22) | Axar Patel (2/7) |
India’s Dominance in the Match
In the same match, India secured a resounding victory against South Africa by 101 runs. Hardik Pandya, marking his return from a quadriceps injury, played a pivotal role with a swift 59 runs off just 28 balls. His innings included six fours and four sixes, contributing significantly to India’s total score of 175.
South Africa failed to perform adequately in their innings, collapsing for just 74 runs—their lowest score in T20I history. Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Jasprit Bumrah each claimed two wickets, further solidifying India’s strong bowling attack.
The match concluded with India proving their superiority, particularly in bowling, and raised questions about the contentious no-ball decision that accompanied Bumrah’s 100th T20I wicket.
