Fri Oct 04 18:49:29 UTC 2024: ## Controversial Run-Out Call Sparks Fury at Women’s T20 World Cup
**Sydney, Australia:** Tensions ran high in the opening match of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 as a controversial run-out decision involving India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur and New Zealand’s Amelia Kerr ignited a heated debate on the field.
The incident occurred during the first innings when Kerr attempted a second run, leaving Kaur to collect the ball and make a throw to wicketkeeper Richa Ghosh. Kerr was deemed run-out, but the fourth umpire intervened, overturning the decision on the grounds that the ball had become dead before Kerr reached the crease.
Kaur was visibly upset and protested the call with the umpires, while India’s head coach Amol Mazumdar joined the discussion on the sidelines. Though a lengthy debate ensued, the decision was upheld, leaving the Indian side to accept the call.
The incident sparked controversy on social media, with former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin voicing his disapproval of the umpire’s call before deleting his tweet.
Despite the contentious decision, New Zealand eventually set a challenging target of 160 runs thanks to a stunning knock of 57* from their captain, Sophie Devine. India will now need to perform at their best if they hope to secure a victory in this high-stakes match.
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