During the IPL 2026 match between Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, a catch by Jason Holder of Rajat Patidar led to significant controversy. The incident occurred in the eighth over when Patidar, attempting a pull shot, top-edged the ball towards Holder, who completed the catch despite sliding on the ground. Concerns arose that the ball might have grazed the turf during the catch, leading to a heated debate among RCB players, including Virat Kohli, and match officials. The TV umpire ruled the catch legal, asserting that Holder had control over both the ball and his movement as per MCC Law 33.3. This decision has drawn parallels to a previous incident involving Australian fielder Mitchell Starc, where a catch was ruled not out due to lack of control. The differing interpretations of the rules have sparked discussions among cricket analysts and former players, with some arguing that Holder's catch should have been deemed not out.