On April 26, 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced controversy when 19-year-old Angkrish Raghuvanshi was dismissed in a debated manner during a match. After a nudge to mid-on, Raghuvanshi changed direction to allegedly block a throw, resulting in his dismissal for obstructing the field. This made him the fourth player in IPL history to suffer this fate. The incident sparked memories of previous instances in the IPL, including Yusuf Pathan, Amit Mishra, and Ravindra Jadeja. The history of players being out this way dates back to Sir Len Hutton in 1951. The aftermath of Raghuvanshi’s dismissal saw KKR coach Abhishek Nayar in a heated exchange with officials, while Raghuvanshi expressed frustration by smashing his bat. The debate over whether his movement was intentional or reflexive will continue throughout the season. Despite the controversy, Raghuvanshi’s name is now etched in the record books for the wrong reasons.
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