Sachin Tendulkar’s Old Video Resurfaces Amid IND Vs ENG Concussion Controversy

Amid the 'concussion substitute' controversy, an old video of Sachin Tendulkar has resurfaced, where he raises a thought-provoking question about the rules of cricket. Scroll to watch.

India's 4-1 T20I series win over England has been marred by controversy surrounding Harshit Rana's substitution for Shivam Dube in the 4th T20I.

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India’s 4-1 T20I series victory over England has been overshadowed by the controversy surrounding Harshit Rana’s substitution for Shivam Dube in the 4th T20I. The decision, approved by match referee Javagal Srinath, has drawn sharp criticism from former cricketers, with Kevin Pietersen, Michael Vaughan and Chris Broad (namely former England players) questioning whether it complied with ICC’s concussion replacement guidelines.  

Under ICC rules, teams can field a like-for-like replacement if a player suffers a concussion. However, the substitution of fast bowler Rana for all-rounder Dube raised eyebrows, as it seemingly did not align with the rule’s intent. The controversy has sparked widespread debate, with critics arguing that India gained an unfair advantage.  

Sachin Tendulkar’s 2016 Question Goes Viral  

From time to time, the debate on the spirit of cricket and the laws of the game comes into question. Like 'Mankading' is one of the most heatedly argued topics, now the concussion protocol is becoming one.

Amidst this debate, an old clip of Sachin Tendulkar from the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2016 has resurfaced, leaving cricket fans intrigued. In the video, Tendulkar poses a thought-provoking question about cricket’s rules:  

"When a batsman is batting and gets hit on his helmet, the helmet falls onto the stumps, and the batsman is given out. Okay? If a fielder catches a ball at long-on, inside the boundary line everything is legitimate; but after taking the catch, his cap falls on the other side of the rope, tell me, what is it?"  

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While the answer is straightforward according to cricket laws—a batter is out if their helmet dislodges the bails, and a catch remains valid as long as the fielder’s body does not touch the boundary—the resurfacing of Tendulkar’s question highlights the nuances of cricket’s rules.  

As discussions around concussion protocols and fair play continue, the ICC may revisit its substitution guidelines to prevent similar controversies in the future. Meanwhile, Tendulkar’s question highlights how cricket can sometimes be a complex sport, even for seasoned followers.