IPL 2024 | Twitter explodes as Narine gets lifeline after Pant’s late DRS call proves costly

In the fourth over, Delhi's pacer Ishant Sharma delivered a well-directed short-of-a-good-length ball to the seasoned Trinidadian. Attempting to loft the delivery, Narine's bat only managed a thin edge, resulting in a straightforward catch for Pant. Ishant, seem𒆙ingly disinterested in reviewing the decision, turned around. However, Mitchell Marsh, fielding at cover, expressed interest in a review and sought guidance from Pant. Despite initial hesitation, Pant eventually opted for the DRS. However, deliberation consumed precious time, and by the time Pant decided, the DRS timer had expired, leaving the on-field umpire, Akshay Totre, to inform Pant of the missed opportunity.

Several overs later, as Narine continued to punish Kolkata's bowlers with a strike rate of 238, a replay of the crucial delivery revealed that the ball had indeed brushed Narine's bat. With the ♉Snickometer confirming the contact, it became evident that if Pant had initiated the review promptly, Narine would have been dismissed. The batter went on to score a 39-ball 85.

The incident💎 did not go unnoticed by the Twitterverse, sparking discussions across social media platforms.

Poor captaincy

Late signal

Worst

Kuldeep is helping

Bad in both

Too poor

Worst of the league

Dream

Nothing can't help

Can't be childish