During the IPL 2026 match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Lucknow Super Giants, controversy arose when KKR batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi was given out for obstructing the field. This decision left the KKR camp stunned, with head coach Abhishek Nayar expressing his anger towards the fourth umpire. The incident occurred in the fifth over when Raghuvanshi tried to reach the crease after a run, but the fielder’s throw hit him, leading to the appeal for obstructing the field.
The on-field umpire referred the decision to the third umpire, who ruled in favor of the dismissal. This made Raghuvanshi the fourth player in IPL history to be dismissed for obstructing the field. The KKR team was visibly frustrated, with Raghuvanshi showing his disappointment by hitting his bat on the floor and throwing his helmet. Meanwhile, KKR struggled in the powerplay, losing three wickets for just 31 runs, with Mohsin Khan taking two early wickets.
Overall, the match was filled with drama and unexpected turns, making it a memorable encounter for fans of both teams.
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