In a dramatic turn of events during the IPL 2024 eliminator match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals (RR), RCB wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik survived a controversial DRS call. The third umpire, Anil Chaudhary, overturned an on-field LBW decision, sparking widespread debate and criticism. Many cricket analysts and former players, including Tom Moody, labeled the decision as a 'shocker,' questioning the umpire's judgment. Some observers noted that Chaudhary seemed to be in a big hurry to make the decision. Despite the controversy, Karthik's performance has been crucial in RCB's impressive run, winning six consecutive matches to secure a spot in the playoffs. The incident also drew reactions from notable figures like Kumar Sangakkara and Avesh Khan.
'He was definitely OUT. Even Dinesh Karthik knew it': Cricketers shocked over abysmal decision #dineshkarthik #ipl2024 #RRvsRCB #cricket https://t.co/Ks7yxqHeOr
#RRvsRCB, #IPL2024 Eliminator: #DineshKarthik 'Survives' #LBW as 3rd Umpire Makes 'Absolute Shocker' on #DRS #Cricket #IPL #IPLUpdates #Sportsnews https://t.co/xLhswsdztB
.@TomMoodyCricket tells us why Dinesh Karthik's lbw reversal on review was a poor decision 👇 #Timeout #RRvRCB | #IPL2024 https://t.co/FwiEJ1i2GD
Dinesh Karthik Out or Not Out? LBW decision in IPL eliminator 'absolute shocker' https://t.co/wzQP1M2HER
"If there's one word for it, it's an absolute shocker." Was Dinesh Karthik out or not out? #IPL2024 #RRvsRCB @ITGDsports https://t.co/wtv6IWYCgp
RCB wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik survived a controversial DRS call vs RR #IPL2024 #DineshKarthik #KumarSangakkara @ITGDsports https://t.co/5KvoIvB4ps
IPL 2024: Massive controversy erupts in RR vs RCB match, umpiring goof-up saves Dinesh Karthik #RRvsRCB #IPL2024 #DineshKarthik #AveshKhan https://t.co/EBTREGWa0r
Dinesh Karthik lucky. Third umpire Anil Chaudhary looked like he was in a big hurry to make the decision, can't spot bat hitting pad #RCBvsRR #IPL2024
In Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s rise from the dead — winning six matches on the bounce to storm into the playoffs — Dinesh Karthik’s has been an integral role. The veteran sportsman spoke to @sudunarayan ahead of the match against Rajasthan Royals. https://t.co/FiHCFO49hW