In a gripping encounter at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Rajasthan Royals’ Riyan Parag found himself embroiled in controversy during their Indian Premier League 2025 clash against Gujarat Titans. The incident occurred on Wednesday when Parag was dismissed in a manner that sparked debate and led to a tense exchange with the on-field umpire.
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Chasing a formidable target of 218 runs, Rajasthan Royals were in early trouble at 12 for 2 when Parag joined forces with captain Sanju Samson. The duo managed to stabilize the innings with a vital 48-run partnership before the drama unfolded in the seventh over.
Parag, facing the pace of Kulwant Khejroliya, attempted a delicate guide to third man but seemed to edge the ball to wicketkeeper Jos Buttler. Reacting swiftly, Parag opted for a DRS review. The replays displayed a spike on UltraEdge as the ball passed the bat, leading the third umpire to uphold the on-field decision.
However, Parag was visibly unconvinced, arguing that the spike was caused by his bat brushing the ground rather than an edge. His frustration was palpable as he paused on his way back to the pavilion, engaging in a brief but intense discussion with the umpire before reluctantly departing the field.
This contentious dismissal marked the end of a promising knock from Parag and left Rajasthan Royals struggling at 60 for 3 after 6.4 overs. The incident not only highlighted Parag’s dissatisfaction with the umpiring decision but also added another chapter to the ongoing debate about the accuracy of technology in cricket.