Did Ishan Kishan obstruct the field during Asia Cup game vs Sri Lanka? Here's what we know

The Asia Cup 2023 is becoming a bearer of some sublime cricket action, and it is Team India who is currently ruling the space with wins over both hosts. Besides the intense action and the intermittent rain, the aspect which is making rounds in the tournament is questionable calls. Whether it is a pointless DRS call or a controversial decision by the umpire, everything falls under this cut. Something of the kind took place during the India vs. Sri Lanka game as well.

3 things you need to know

• Team India is through to the final of the Asia Cup 2023
• India defeated Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the Super 4s stage
• The final of the Asia Cup will take place on September 17, 2023

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Did Ishan Kishan obstruct the field against Sri Lanka?

Following a fabulous start, Team India lost three wickets in quick succession during the Ind vs. SL game. All eyes were on Ishan Kishan again as he had the job in hand of resurrecting the innings. He along with KL Rahul put on 63-run stand. However, as per some netizens, the partnership could have been broken earlier had Kishan been given out for what he did in the 25th over of India's innings. 

It was the second last ball of the Dhananjaya de Silva's over. Ishan Kishan played a safe shot for no run, the fielder picked the ball quickly and threw it towards the wicketkeeper, Kishan came in the way and caught the ball. According to many, this was a case of obstruction and Kishan survived because Sri Lanka did not appeal. So, was it really the case, did he obstruct the field?

Spirit of cricket! Sri Lanka didn't appeal when Ishan Kishan could have been given out obstructing the field. Dasun Shanaka is a gem, this nation is something else 🇱🇰♥️ #AsiaCup2023 #INDvSL #INDvPAK pic.twitter.com/nG2KZybRUX

— Shahid Akhtar (@rolex9p) September 12, 2023

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Ishan Kishan's action within the rulebook

To lay clarity on this, NO! There was no case of obstruction of field here. When Ishan Kishan touched the ball, he was already in his crease. Had he made a similar move standing out of the crease then he would have been given out, but it wasn't to be. Thus, all the claims made on social media do not hold any weight.