“Shame on Pakistan for doing Cheating”, fans get angry as boundary found to be moved at time of Kusal Mendis’ dismissal in Pakistan-Sri Lanka match.
During the Pakistan-Sri Lanka match held at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on October 10, a pivotal moment occurred that blurred the boundaries between adherence to the rules and human error.
Kusal Mendis showcased an outstanding performance, achieving his century in a mere 65 balls. His remarkable innings was characterized by 13 commanding boundaries, consisting of powerful fours, along with four breathtaking sixes that soared high into the Hyderabad sky.
Kusal Mendis faced a delivery from Hasan Ali and launched it high into the sky, with Imam ul Haq stationed at the deep midwicket boundary, ready to complete the catch. However, upon reviewing the footage, it became apparent that the boundary rope had been inadvertently shifted slightly back from its original position.
Here is the video:
Fans got furious over this alteration proved to be pivotal, as it meant that Mendis’ shot, which was initially deemed a catch, would have actually cleared the boundary for a six if the rope had been correctly placed in its original position.
Here are some of the reactions: