Controversy surfaced at the ICC-19 World Cup following the dismissal of South African opener Jiveshan Pillay for obstructing the field while playing against the West Indies here on Wednesday. The decision went in favour of the West Indies and Pillay was given out. South African batsman Jiveshan Pillay given OUT for handling the ball at the U19 world cup! MUST WATCH One of the most bizarre dismissals you will ever see as Pillay is given out for obstruction. https://t.co/zoapdDHrkj#U19CWC #WIvSA pic.twitter.com/X6f7XIuQ4S — ICC (@ICC) January 17, 2018However, Australian pacer Mitchell Johnson seemed satisfied with the decision and defended it by tweeting the rule of the game.

Source: dna January 17, 2018 11:34 UTC