Angkrish Raghuvanshi Dismissed for Obstructing the Field as KKR Struggles Deepen Against LSG
Kolkata Knight Riders batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi was dismissed for obstructing the field during the IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants. The rare dismissal compounded problems for KKR, who were already struggling to build momentum after being put in to bat by LSG captain Rishabh Pant.
The incident occurred during a delivery from Prince Yadav. Raghuvanshi played the ball toward mid-on and attempted a quick single. Sent back by his non-striker, he dived to make his ground as the throw returned to the stumps. The ball struck Raghuvanshi, leading to an immediate appeal from Mohammed Shami. Following a formal review, the third umpire ruled that the batter had deliberately altered his running line to block the throw, resulting in an obstructing the field dismissal under ICC and IPL playing conditions.
The decision generated visible frustration from the KKR dugout. Raghuvanshi reacted aggressively, slamming his bat and throwing his helmet upon returning to the pavilion. This reaction will likely draw scrutiny from the match referee for a potential code of conduct violation.
IPL History: Obstructing the Field
Raghuvanshi is only the fourth player in the history of the Indian Premier League to be given out in this manner. The dismissal requires clear evidence that the batter willfully attempted to obstruct or distract the fielding side, as documented by ESPNcricinfo records.
| Player | Team vs Opponent | Year | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yusuf Pathan | KKR vs PWI | 2013 | 72 (44) |
| Amit Mishra | DD vs SRH | 2019 | 1 (2) |
| Ravindra Jadeja | CSK vs RR | 2024 | 5 (6) |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | KKR vs LSG | 2026 | 9 (8) |
Tournament Standings and Impact
The wicket fell with Kolkata Knight Riders already four wickets down, derailing their attempt to post a competitive total. Both franchises entered this fixture near the bottom of the IPL points table. Lucknow Super Giants secured only two wins from their first seven matches. Kolkata Knight Riders performed worse, managing just a single victory in seven appearances.