In the recent IND vs NZ match, controversy erupted over a run-out appeal involving New Zealand’s Amelia Kerr, which the umpire ruled not out. This incident sparked a heated exchange between Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur and the umpires during the 14th over. After Deepti Sharma bowled, Kerr attempted a run, but Kaur’s throw to wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh resulted in Kerr being out. However, the umpires claimed the ball was dead since the over was called, raising questions about the rules. Despite Kerr being outside the popping crease, the decision ignited a debate on social media, with cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin expressing his concerns in a now-deleted tweet. This incident highlights significant ambiguities in cricket’s laws.
