On Friday, the game between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals triggered a wave of opinions about umpiring in IPL. While players are usually banned for dissent, not many are aware of what happens when an umpire makes a wrong call. A Twitter user has now talked about the same. In this article, we take a look as a Twitter user reveals what happens to an umpire after he makes a wrong call.
What happens to an umpire after he makes a wrong call?
Rovman Powell was looking to take the game away from Rajasthan Royals. He had hit a full-toss for a six in the third ball of the last over. It was close to being a waist-high full-toss. However, the on-field umpires did not go upstairs to get it checked. This did not sit well with Rishabh Pant and co. who had to halt the game. However, the umpires were abiding by the rules. Later, Rishabh was given a fine of 100% of his match fee while Pravin Amre was banned for a game for entering the field.
While that is the scenario for players and coaches, a Twitter user wrote a thread explaining what an umpire has to go through for making a wrong call. Here is a look at it:
Many people are asking what action is taken against umpires for poor decisions, let me tell you that they’re entirely removed from the panel. There have been many instances when umpires were either downgraded or entirely shown the door! Below is an example: +
— Mohsin Kamal (@64MohsinKamal) April 23, 2022
A right balance needs to be struck
It is common for umpires to make a wrong call. However, considering the competitiveness of the game, the rule-makers have to strike the right balance between using technology and going ahead with on-field decisions. At the same time, it needs to be ensured that the game momentum does not get affected.
There are plenty of opinions floating regarding the topic on the internet. It may not be long before the concerned authorities take a decisive decision. The fans expect a flawless game and everyone involved might have to strive towards it.
