The cricket match witnessed a lighthearted moment when Ravindra Jadeja engaged in some playful banter with the umpire. Though he didn’t secure any wickets, Jadeja’s lively presence on the field caught the attention of fans. The Indian team had been attempting to have the ball replaced due to its condition. Captain Shubman Gill and vice-captain Rishabh Pant both spoke to the umpires about the issue. Following a thorough check, the umpires agreed to change the ball during the 27th over of England’s second innings. Jadeja then offered a small fist pump in the direction of umpire Chris Gaffaney, eliciting smiles from the audience.
In separate news, Rishabh Pant was penalized for his actions on the field. He was fined under ICC’s Code of Conduct, specifically Article 2.8, for his reaction to an umpire’s decision. When the umpires declined to change the ball after a discussion, Pant expressed his disagreement by throwing the ball on the ground.