'Absolutely Pathetic': CSK Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad Calls Out Falling Standards Of Umpiring In Ranji

Away from clamour of international cricket, domestic season is in full swing, where some fierce battles are underway in Ranji Trophy. While some superlative cricket is on display, but in between a controversy has also emanated. Ruturaj Gaikw , who is in Australia, leing India A against Australia A observed an unusual instance in Ranji Trophy game between Maharashtra and Services on Thursday.

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Ruturaj Gaikw Calls Out Falling Standards of Umpiring

Upon ting dismissal, CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikw decided to bring episode to public's attention. He captured clip of dismissal, in which it was evident that ball h bounced before being held, and amplified it through social media platform Instagram.

In story's caption, Gaikw wrote, "How can this be given out in a live game? Shame to even appeal this for a catch. Absolutely patic."

Despite having a provision for a third umpire, wrong call was me by on-field official. replays showcased that it wasn't a clean catch.

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Jalaj Saxena Scripts History In Ranji Trophy

In or news, Jalaj Saxena, a Ranji Veteran, who has been around and firing in circuit since 2005, achieved a huge milestone on Wednesday. all-rounder has touched a unique realm of scoring 6000 runs and claiming 400 wickets simultaneously. He is first all-rounder in illustrious history of Ranji Trophy to touch this feat. 37-year-old took a fifer for Kerala on day to breach mark of 400 wickets.

Despite cementing a legacy in domestic circuit, Jalaj Saxena is yet to face music of international cricket. He has featured in IPL though but has me an appearance in playing XI only once. Representing Punjab Kings , Jalaj Saxena h his sole IPL match stint against Delhi Capitals in 2021. Neverless, he has been a part of Mumbai Indians , Delhi Capitals, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, but has always stayed on sidelines.