Did Sanju Samson fool BCCI and Jay Shah vs Delhi Capitals? Video releases justifying Ricky Ponting and Sourav Ganguly's heated exchange
Published - 29 Mar 2024, 11:44 AM | Updated - 23 Aug 2024, 10:21 PM
Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Ricky Ponting was visibly frustrated during the ninth match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Ricky Ponting was engaged in an animated discussion with the umpires over Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Sanju Samson’s decision.
The controversy arose when Nandre Burger substituted West Indies batter Shimron Hetmyer as the impact fielder, followed by Rovman Powell entering the game for Riyan Parag. Sanju Samson summoned Powell onto the field after the second ball of the first over.
Watch – Ricky Ponting and Sourav Ganguly Express Frustration Over IPL Rule
Observing the unfolding events from the dugout, Ricky Ponting expressed his concerns and engaged in an animated chat with an off-field match official. Ricky Ponting questioned the presence of four overseas players on the field, with they named just three in the XI.
Nandre Burger and Yuzvendra Chahal each secured two wickets, with Avesh Khan also delivering a commendable performance, taking one wicket.
The Rishabh Pant-led team will take on the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their next match at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Sunday, March 31.
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