Irani Trophy | Twitter reacts Ajinkya Rahane's cool dips after controversial LBW call
A player may stay composed throughout their career, but at times they lose their cool over questionable umpiring decisions. A notable instance occurred during the Irani Trophy match between Mumbai and the Rest of India, where Ajinkya Rahane was seen disputing a dubious LBW call with the umpire.
In their second innings, Mumbai started strongly, with Prithvi Shaw contributing 70 runs off 85 balls. However, following the dismissals of Ayush Mhatre and Hardik Tamore, Ajinkya Rahane fell victim to a contentious LBW decision.
On the last ball of the 25th over, Manav Suthar bowled a full, straight delivery that angled into the pads. Rahane attempted a paddle sweep but completely missed the ball. The Rest of India team vocally appealed, and on-field umpire Khalid raised his finger to signal an out. After a brief discussion with Shaw, Rahane opted for a review. The replays confirmed three reds, indicating a clear out, leading to Mumbai losing their review as Rahane was forced to head back to the pavilion. As he left, Rahane conversed with the umpire, suggesting the ball had edged the bat. However, brief replays of the dismissal revealed a significant gap between the bat and ball at the moment of impact, which likely influenced the third umpire’s decision to disregard Rahane’s claim. This unfolding drama captured the attention of the Twitterverse, igniting discussions across social media.
Controversial one
— Arijit Shanto (@ArijitShan18431) October 4, 2024
Dismissed
Rahane Dismissed for 9(26) .#IraniCup #AjinkyaRahane @ajinkyarahane88 @BCCI pic.twitter.com/KKhwBhl7hP
— HomeLander_Raj (@RajHomelander) October 4, 2024
Beast together
Ajinkya Rahane and Anil kumble has better test captain legacy than Rohit Sharma. Virat kohli is different beast altogether.
— Fir the aus (@firdaus_amu) October 4, 2024
The audacity to compare greatest test captain ever to someone who hasn't lead the side in ENG, AUS AND NZ Yet. https://t.co/wqh6r86tAk
Failed today
One of the Best sleep fielder Ajinkya Rahane dropped a Easy catch.#IraniCup #MumvsRoi pic.twitter.com/wWi2YoLaY0
— HomeLander_Raj (@RajHomelander) October 4, 2024
Media driven
Kohlism needs to be reviewed were the headlines after historic London Oval win but here Rohit outdated Kohli in captaincy by winning a series against mighty Bangladesh where he scored massive 42 runs. Rohit is a media driven player, without pr he is another ajinkya rahane. https://t.co/ZDey8uUyjd
— Arjun Tiwari (@Arjun_23_25) October 4, 2024
Similar
Similarities between Ajinkya Rahane and Abhimanyu Easwaran's 191s in the Irani Cup - 14 years apart (1/3):
— The Stats Kid (@TheStatsKid1523) October 4, 2024
Both matches were between Rest of India and Mumbai
Both matches started on 1st of October
Rest of India won the toss in both the matches#IraniCup
Opener choice
Abhimanyu Easwaran - New Ajinkya Rahane !!
— Gss🇮🇳 (@Gss_Views) October 4, 2024
My 3rd opener choice for Australia BGT series. pic.twitter.com/GNEfOoOB9y
Unfair
Unfair comparison. Rohit played only 61 Tests he will score more Test Runs than Ajinkya Rahane within 1 year
— Dhaanush (@SuperSportsmass) October 4, 2024
Big trouble
ROI is in big trouble with 6 wicket down, not many instances where a state team dominate over ROI in irani cup, would not be a good sign for Ruturaj if ROI does not take the first inning lead. Ajinkya Rahane is top notch captain.#IraniCup
— Siddhant Jain (@Siddhant_J5656) October 4, 2024
Support role
🗣️: Ajinkya Rahane (97) & Shreyas Iyer (57) made half-centuries in the first innings as the support role for Sarfaraz.
— Lord Kl Rahul 🇮🇳 (@temba214) October 4, 2024
Dhruv Jurel makes 93 in the support role for Easwaran in the 2nd innings.#IraniCup || #DhruvJurel || #PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/ugAkBdqx7s
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