Virat Kohli’s Dismissal Against KKR Explained: Not a No-Ball

The dismissal of Virat Kohli during a recent match has sparked controversy. Despite his attempt to review the decision, the umpires ruled in favor of the bowling team. Many have criticized the umpires, questioning whether Kohli deserved to be dismissed. However, it’s important to note that the decision was made based on technological assessment, as Kohli had decided to review the dismissal.

Upon assessment, the third umpire deemed the delivery as fair, as Kohli was standing outside his crease. The technology measured Kohli’s waist at 1.04 meters, but indicated that the ball would have reached a height of 0.92 meters had he stayed inside the crease. This led to the conclusion that the delivery was not a no-ball. The argument revolves around whether the rule to measure the height of the ball from the position of the popping crease is appropriate.

Some argue that Kohli’s position outside the crease made it difficult for him to comfortably hit the ball and that the dangerous nature of the delivery should not be overlooked. However, others argue that the decision was in line with the rules and technological assessment. This specific case highlights the ongoing debate about the use of technology in cricket and the interpretation of rules regarding player positions and delivery heights.