The Virat Kohli no-ball controversy has sparked a heated debate within the cricketing community. While some experts support the umpire’s decision to dismiss Kohli, others believe the call was incorrect.
Former Indian all-rounder Navjot Singh Sidhu has emerged as a vocal critic of the decision. In a detailed video analysis, Sidhu outlined three key reasons why he believes Kohli should not have been given out.
Firstly, Sidhu argues that the rule regarding the height of the delivery is flawed. He questions why batters are not given a 7-inch allowance, considering the 6-inch height restriction for bowlers.
Secondly, Sidhu contends that the umpire’s decision has effectively legalized beamers in cricket. He points out that a waist-high delivery would traditionally be considered a beamer, but the umpire’s call in Kohli’s case has changed this perception.
Finally, Sidhu disputes the technology used to determine the trajectory of the ball. He believes the ball would not have dipped as significantly as suggested by the on-screen simulation.
Sidhu concludes by emphasizing the need for rule changes to improve the game. He argues that the benefit of the doubt should always go to the batter and that the current law regarding no-balls needs to be carefully reviewed and amended.
