Delhi: In the fourth T20 match between India and England, there has been a debate about the use of the conversion substitute. In this match, Shivam Dubey had to be out due to injury to the helmet in the last over, and Harshit Rana was replaced in the team. Harashit is a fast bowler, while Dubey is the main batsman, so that it is not being considered as ‘Like-Like’ replacement.
Harshit Rana played an important role in winning India by 15 runs with three wickets in this match. England captain Jose Butler was not happy with this decision and he refused to accept it. Former players Kevin Peterson, Nick Knight and Alastair Cook also questioned this.
Akash Chopra favor England
Indian cricket analyst Akash Chopra has also given his opinion in favor of England. He said that India can be in trouble due to this rule in future. He urged the Indian team that the ICC still sought clarity about this rule, so that there is no problem later.
Akash wrote, “The condition of the Consumption Substitute Rules and the condition of ‘Like-for-Like’ have given rise to a new debate. Substitution allows match referee, and the team has to propose the player’s name for this. Yesterday’s decision has left some questions. “
Akash gave examples
Giving the example of Tilak Verma and Abhishek Sharma further, he said, “If Tilak is changed, will it be right to bring Washington Sundar in the second innings?” If Abhishek is removed, can India replace Jadeja or Akshar as a bowler? ”
Suggestion of solution
Akash Chopra suggested that India should still discuss this issue, so that there is no dispute in ICC knockout matches in future. He said, “If we do not raise questions right now, we may have to suffer losses in future, especially in a big tournament. So it is important that we talk about it now. “
This ‘Concussion sub’ rule with the ‘like for like’ clause has opened a Pandora’s box. Substitution has to be allowed by the match reference. Team Asking for it has to propose name/s.
Yesterday’s Decision Left Some Questions Unanswred –
Say if tilak got subbed – wind it be okay to…– Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) February 1, 2025
India is currently ahead 3–1 and the last match of the series will be played in Mumbai. After this, both teams will be face to face in the three-match ODI series.
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