Controversial Run Out Of Faf Du Plessis Raises Eyebrows In IPL 2024 Clash

CSK vs RCB: Controversy struck Match 70 of the IPL 2024 after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain was declared run out by the third umpire on the final ball of the 13th over against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Sunday, May 19.

In the high-stakes virtual knockout match between the two teams, the RCB captain was batting on 54 off 38 when his unfortunate dismissal occurred. Chennai left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner bowled a delivery on the middle stump as Rajat Patidar hit it back straight with brutal force. Santner got a fingertip to the travelling ball before it hit stumps and the bails fell off.

RCB appealed for a run out of Faf du Plessis at the non-striker end, and the decision was immediately sent to the third umpire. After reviewing multiple camera angles, third umpire Michael Gough declared du Plessis run out. The batter shrugged his shoulders before walking back, and each of the players in RCB dressing room, including Virat Kohli, expressed disappointment at the third umpire's decision.

The replay appeared to show du Plessis dragging his bat well past the crease, but as per the third umpire's judgement, the bat was in the air. This decision has sparked significant debate among fans and analysts alike.

Another controversial decision of this IPL is Faf du plessis not being placed out. He was given out forcefully.

Dushyant Kumar (@DushyantKrRawat) May 18, 2024

Earlier in the match, RCB got off to a strong start after being invited to bat by CSK. Virat Kohli (47 off 29) and du Plessis partnered for 78 runs off 58 balls. Du Plessis also partnered for 35 runs off 20 balls with Rajat Patidar before departing for 54 off 39. There was a 40-minute halt after the third over due to rain interruption.

RCB need to beat CSK by 18 runs or with 11 balls to spare to qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs. If they fail to do so, CSK will qualify as the fourth and final team in the playoffs.