New Delhi: Former Australia left-arm wrist spinner Brad Hogg added spice to the “controversy” over the 2 runs Kieron Pollard and non-striker Dhawal Kulkarni took off the final ball of the innings to assist Mumbai Indians (MI) defeat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 4 wickets in New Delhi.
Kulkarni, the non-striker, backed up too removed from the wicket because the defending champions accomplished the 2 runs, profitable the competition with Kieron Pollard scoring a stroke-filled unbeaten 87 on Saturday.
While there was little probability of a run out because the CSK fielder`s throw from the deep was too huge, but it reignited the controversy about non-strikers backing up too far to keep away from a run-out. Former
Rajasthan Royals participant, Hogg, tweeted his unhappiness with Kulkarni`s stance, saying, “Sorry again for my harp. Last night last ball 2 runs needed and the non-striker again taking advantage. Is this in the spirit of the game? #MIvsCSK”
He additionally marked Kulkarni — who was seen standing on the adjoining wicket practically 14-15 ft away — with a blue circle on the display screen seize.
Sorry once more for my harp. Last night time final ball 2 runs wanted and the non striker once more taking benefit. Is this within the spirit of the sport. #IPL2020 #MIvsCSK pic.twitter.com/HDEwqfSclg
— Brad Hogg (@Brad_Hogg) May 2, 2021
CSK bowler Lungi Ngidi pitched the ball into the blockhole outdoors off as Pollard swiftly introduced his bat down and jammed it down the bottom. Faf du Plessis, at long-on, needed to transfer throughout to his proper to hunt the ball down. But there was sufficient time for Pollard to scamper again for the second.
