Sydney Sixers captain Moises Henriques was furious after a controversial incident in the Big Bash League match against the Melbourne Stars at the MCG. The Sixers were potentially denied a crucial wicket of Glenn Maxwell when umpire Simon Lightbody didn’t give him out despite a muffled appeal for caught behind. Henriques argued with the umpire, claiming they weren’t allowed to call for a review because replays had been shown on the big screen before the DRS timer ended. Maxwell went on to score big, adding insult to injury for the Sixers.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan criticized the situation, stating that replays should not be shown on the big screen until after the DRS timer has elapsed, as per Cricket Australia’s playing conditions. Henriques also questioned an LBW decision against Maxwell, claiming the umpire had given him false information. Earlier in the match, Henriques expressed frustration over the venue’s music playing too long between overs, impacting the pace of the game.
Despite the controversies, the Stars managed to post a competitive total of 156 runs. Overall, the match was marred by contentious decisions and delays, leaving Henriques and the Sixers feeling aggrieved.
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