It was a catch that won India the 2024 T20 World Cup title, but Suryakumar Yadav's title-winning effort failed to negate controversy hours after India beat South Africa at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, on Saturday. Fresh video of Suryakumar Yadav's catch sparks controversyIf India were aiming for their first T20 World Cup win in 17 years, a first world title in 13 years and a maiden ICC trophy in 11 years, South Africa were looking for their first-ever major trophy in world cricket. The catch was taken in the final over, with South Africa needing 16 runs to win when David Miller smashed the ball over the bowler. Third umpire Richard Kettleborough gave it a quick look and deemed it a legal catch as South Africa lost their last batting hope with Miller departing for 21. Boundary rope looks like it clearly moves.”Another social media post highlighted that the cushioning of the boundary rope was pushed back just before the catch.

Source: Hindustan Times June 30, 2024 13:00 UTC