MCC Supports Controversial 'Obstructing the Field' Call Against Raghuvanshi in IPL 2026
IPL 2026 - MCC backs umpire's decision to give Raghuvanshi out 'obstructing the field'
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The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has endorsed the third umpire's decision to dismiss Angkrish Raghuvanshi for 'obstructing the field' during an IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants on April 26. This ruling marks Raghuvanshi as only the fourth player in IPL history to receive such a dismissal.
- 01Angkrish Raghuvanshi was ruled out for 'obstructing the field' during an IPL match.
- 02This dismissal was based on ICC's Law 37 regarding wilful obstruction.
- 03Raghuvanshi's actions led to him being in line with a throw from Mohammed Shami.
- 04He was fined 20% of his match fee and received a demerit point for his reaction.
- 05The match ended in a Super Over victory for Kolkata Knight Riders.
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In a recent IPL match on April 26, Angkrish Raghuvanshi of the Kolkata Knight Riders was controversially dismissed for 'obstructing the field' against the Lucknow Super Giants. The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) backed the third umpire's decision, citing ICC's Law 37, which states that a batter can be dismissed if they wilfully obstruct or distract the fielding side. Raghuvanshi's dismissal marks him as the fourth player in IPL history to receive this ruling. The incident occurred when Raghuvanshi attempted a sharp single but changed direction, putting himself in line with a throw from Mohammed Shami. Despite his attempt to make the crease, the MCC clarified that the likelihood of a dismissal is not a factor in such cases. Raghuvanshi expressed his frustration by slamming the boundary cushion and throwing his helmet, resulting in a 20% fine on his match fee and a demerit point. The match itself concluded with KKR winning in a Super Over.
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This ruling could influence how players approach running between the wickets in future matches, highlighting the importance of awareness regarding fielding positions.
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