The head coach West Indies and former captain Darren Sammy met with the Javagal Srinath judge to express their concerns about the decision made by the judges in the field of Adrian Holdstock during the second day of the opening test against Australia in Bridgetown on Friday, June.
The two main decisions, both against the hosts, caused controversy as Australia ended a day with a 82-run line And six goals in hand. The first question was the release of the captain of Western India Roston Chase. Australian captain Pat Cummins delivered the ball that returned to the right -hander and hit him on the pads, which led to a successful recall on his feet before. Chase reviewed the decision, and its concern was the ultrathy repetition, which showed a small, narrowly placed spikes-they raised questions about the possible inner edge.
The second disputed decision included the release of Shai Hope, which was only two runs short since its half -century. The hope seemed to be given the delivery of Beau Webster Inside Edge, and it seemed that Wicketkeeper Alex Carey, a forward diving, had a ball in contact with the ground during the attempt. Despite being referred to the third referee, the decision in the field was confirmed.
Men in Maroon will hope for a stronger performance because they are trying to overthrow an impressive Australian side that has been looking for its first test victory in West India since 2003. The last home victory of the hosts against Australia came in St. John’s, Antigua, May 9, 2003.
When Sammy spoke after a daily game, he expressed his reservations about the referee Adrian Holdstock and called for a greater consistency of the match officials.
“We are trying to find some understanding of what this process is. We hope only in consistency. That’s all we can ask. If there is doubt, be consistent across the album,” Sammy Espncricinfo said.
“I noticed, especially with this particular judge, it is something that started for me in England. It’s frustrating. I’m just asking for consistency in decision -making,” he added.
It remains to be determined whether the International Criket Council (ICC) takes any steps or considers sanctions for the controversial decisive decisions.
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Published:
Amar Pancker
Published on:
27th June 2025
