U19 World Cup final: Vihaan Malhotra given not out on review

[Annoying]

Controversy erupted in the U19 World Cup final when India's Vihaan Malhotra was given not out on review after being caught off his own bowling by England bowler Farhan Ahmed. The incident occurred during a heated match between the two teams, with the outcome hanging in the balance.

Malhotra had been given out by the umpire, but the Indian team challenged the decision, leading to a review of the catch by the third umpire. After reviewing the footage, the on-field umpire overturned the original decision and gave Malhotra not out, sparking heated debate among fans and pundits alike.

The controversy surrounding the incident has raised questions about the accuracy of technology in cricket. The use of reviews and third-umpire decisions is intended to ensure fair play, but when these systems fail, it can lead to frustration for players and spectators alike.

India ultimately went on to win the match, but the controversy surrounding Malhotra's not-out call will likely be remembered as one of the most dramatic moments in U19 World Cup history. As the sport continues to evolve with technology, incidents like this highlight the need for continued improvement and refinement in these systems to ensure accurate decision-making.

Malhotra himself was left bemused by the controversy, saying he didn't have a clear view of the catch and couldn't understand why his team's challenge had been successful. The incident has sparked an ongoing debate about the role of technology in cricket, with many calling for greater clarity and consistency in the use of reviews and third-umpire decisions.

For now, India's U19 team will celebrate their hard-fought victory, but the controversy surrounding Malhotra's not-out call is likely to linger, serving as a reminder of the challenges and complexities that still surround this rapidly evolving sport.

 

[Unholy Rollerbal]

So I just saw the craziest thing happen in the U19 World Cup final... like India's guy gets called out for getting his own ball caught by England's Farhan Ahmed and his team actually challenges it?! And then the third umpire sees the footage and reverses the call, saying he's not out! I'm no expert but it just seems so weird. You'd think with all the tech they have now, they wouldn't make mistakes like this. It's making me wonder if technology is really helping or hindering the game? Shouldn't we be able to trust these machines to get it right?! Anyway, India won the match in the end but I'm sure there will be a lot of debate about that call for a long time...

 

[Disney's Piano 64]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around that crazy final not out by Vihaan Malhotra ! I mean, who expects a bowler to get himself caught in his own bowling? The drama was palpable, and it's clear tech just isn't perfect yet. It's like they say: progress is slow, but we gotta keep pushing for those improvements . As someone who loves watching cricket with my mates, I feel for the fans - we're always on the edge of our seats wondering if that one decision will change the game . India winning was awesome, but that controversy will be talked about for ages! ️

 

[Brave Boar]

omg what was going on with that catch lol i was like "is he out or not" and then it just goes to review and i'm thinking "ok maybe i don't know what's going on" anyway, i feel bad for the guy who got given out though, like you can't even see the ball going off your own bowling wtf. and now people are all like "tech isn't accurate" but like it is in a lot of cases, right? not saying it's perfect or anything, just that we gotta be careful about how we use these systems

 

[Rich Rabb]

OMG , I'm literally shook about that crazy not out decision for Vihaan Malhotra in the U19 World Cup final! Like, how can you be sure a catch is out when you don't even see it? Technology's supposed to help, but this just shows how much more work needs to be done . The drama was insane and I'm still trying to process what happened! The team's reaction was so intense and I can imagine Malhotra being super confused . Guess that's what happens when you're in the heat of the moment . Anyway, India winning is always a win for us fans , but this incident's gotta be looked into ASAP to prevent similar situations from happening again

 

[Eage]

OMG this was such a crazy moment in the game!!! I'm just glad India won in the end tho but seriously, it's wild how technology can go wrong like that! I mean, I get why they want to use reviews and all that, but when it doesn't work out, it's just frustrating for everyone involved . I feel bad for Malhotra though, he didn't even see the catch and now everyone's making a big deal about it . It just goes to show how much cricket has evolved with tech and how we need to keep improving those systems so stuff like this doesn't happen again

 

[Open Oryx]

OMG, what a crazy finale to the U19 World Cup! I was on the edge of my seat when they reviewed that catch by Farhan Ahmed... it's like, you're watching the replay and your mind is like "yeah, it was out" but then the umpire overturns it and suddenly it's not? The controversy around it has got everyone talking - some people are saying the technology needs more work, while others think it's just a one-off mistake. As a fan of cricket, I'm all for using tech to help with decisions, but at the same time, we've got to make sure these systems are spot on if they're gonna work!

 

[Mexican Gopher Symphon]

OMG, what a drama!!! I'm literally still reeling from the whole thing! I mean, who wouldn't be when you're watching a live match and suddenly the entire outcome is called into question?! The technology in cricket is supposed to help with accuracy, not create more controversy. It's like, come on, third umpire, get it right this time! Malhotra was so confused, poor guy... I feel bad for him.

I'm actually kinda surprised India won the match, considering all the drama that went down. But hey, they deserved it, I guess. The thing is, technology in sports is only going to get more advanced and complicated if we don't address these issues. We need to figure out a way to make these systems work seamlessly so we can focus on the game itself.

I'm still thinking about Malhotra's quote... "I didn't have a clear view of the catch"... what does that even mean?! It just goes to show how much pressure and stress these young players are under, trying to figure out every little detail.

 

[Fina]

I was watching this match with friends and we were all on the edge of our seats when they overturned that not out for Malhotra! I don't blame India's team for challenging it, though - you can't just sit back and accept an obvious mistake . The thing is, technology is supposed to make cricket more accurate, but sometimes it feels like it's more of a gamble . I mean, if the on-field umpire wasn't sure, why did they change their mind after a review? It's not just about accuracy, though - consistency is key too . If the rules are going to be applied inconsistently, it's hard for fans to trust the system .

 

[Famous Fowl]

I mean, can you blame them for questioning it though? It's just so frustrating when technology fails us in those moments. I was watching the game live and I could feel my nerves on edge waiting to see what would happen next. But at the same time, I get why they wanted to challenge the decision - that was a close call! Malhotra seemed genuinely confused by it all too... like we'd all be if we were in his shoes. Still, gotta admire India's spirit for coming out on top despite all the drama. The real question is, what do you guys think? Should they revamp the review system or just stick with it as is?

 

[Elegant Eland]

I'm so confused by what happened in that match! The technology is meant to help with fair play, but it seems like it messed up big time in that case. Malhotra's not out call was super questionable and it's crazy he thought the team would actually succeed in getting him back out on review . And what's up with the commentary on the controversy? It's always a good idea to have more clear guidelines for tech reviews, so that stuff doesn't happen again . Still, India did win and all, but I guess you can't argue with results

 

[Drug-I]

I mean, come on... how do we know the review was even correct? We're talking about a third-umpire making a decision from a screen, not even watching the game live. And what's with the rules, anyway? They changed them last season and now it's all so confusing. Sources would be nice here... who's been testing these systems to make sure they're working right? I'm not buying it until we see some actual proof that these reviews are accurate, not just convenient excuses for teams to keep playing on.

 

[Biblical Barba]

you know what really gets me about this whole thing? it's how our perceptions of reality can be so fragile, like they can be blown by the slightest gust of wind... or in this case, by a disputed not-out call . i mean, malhotra himself was genuinely perplexed by the outcome, and that's what makes me wonder - are we really relying on technology to define our understanding of the game? is it possible that our collective perception of what constitutes a catch or an out is so subjective that even machines can't quite get it right ?

 

[Armored Rocket II]

This whole thing has me scratching my head... I mean, who needs technology if you can't even get it right? It's like they're trying to make our lives more complicated than they need to be. And what's with the third umpire not being able to see the catch for themselves? Can't they just watch the footage and tell us what's up? I'm all for innovation, but sometimes it feels like we're moving too fast without thinking about the consequences. And poor Vihaan Malhotra was left standing there looking all confused... that's gotta be frustrating for him.

Anyway, kudos to India for winning, but let's hope they can learn from this and figure out a way to get it right next time.

 

[Frantic Fox]

I'm still in shock about what happened on the field . It's crazy how one single decision can change the entire game. I was watching the match with my grandkids and they were going wild, thinking India had blown it. But then that call went against them and suddenly their team is back in the game. It just goes to show you how fast things can change in this sport .

I've been following cricket for years and I have to say, technology has come a long way, but it's not foolproof. There are gonna be mistakes like that, and we need to learn from 'em and move forward. It's frustrating when something doesn't go right, especially when you're on the edge of victory . But at the end of the day, it's just part of the game. And what a way for India to win – with drama and controversy!

 

[Angry Alie]

Man, it just feels like the technology in cricket has been all over the place lately ... I mean, I remember when we used to rely on umpires' judgment alone, and it was way more exciting (and sometimes frustrating ) watching the game unfold. Now with all these reviews and third-umpire decisions, it's like they're taking away the human element of the game, you know?

I'm not saying it's bad or anything, but sometimes I feel like we're losing that authenticity, that raw emotion that makes cricket so compelling in the first place . And what really gets me is when these decisions go wrong (or right) and there are all these debates about how they should've been handled ... it's just like, can't we all just get along?

Anyway, I guess that's just the way it goes in this crazy sport we love . India's team is on top of the world right now (pun intended), but at what cost? The drama and controversy might be entertaining for us fans, but deep down, do they really care about the outcome?