Mon Dec 30 19:21:23 UTC 2024: ## Controversial LBW Decision Seals Jaiswal’s Dismissal, Australia Wins Boxing Day Test

**Melbourne, Australia** – A controversial caught-behind decision involving Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal proved pivotal in Australia’s 184-run victory over India in the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, giving Australia a 2-1 series lead.

Jaiswal, who scored a solid 82 runs, was given out after an appeal by Australia captain Pat Cummins. While on-field umpire Joel Wilson deemed the batsman not out, third umpire Sharfulddoula Saikat from Bangladesh overturned the decision based on a deviation in the ball’s trajectory, despite the SnickoMeter showing no clear spike.

Cummins expressed his certainty of Jaiswal’s guilt, citing a perceived sound and the deviation, and noting Jaiswal’s reaction. “I think it was clear that he hit it…As soon as we referred it, you could see him drop his head and basically acknowledge that he hit it,” Cummins stated.

Legendary umpire Simon Taufel supported the decision, confirming that the deviation alone was sufficient grounds for the out ruling under current technology protocols. He explained, “When the umpire sees a clear deflection off the bat there is no need to go any further.”

Cummins himself was awarded Player of the Match for his all-around performance. Australia will now aim to clinch the series in the New Year’s Test starting January 3rd. The controversial dismissal of Jaiswal will undoubtedly remain a talking point as the series progresses.

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