Ravi Shastri Slams Umpires Over Time-Wasting Ball Change at Lord’s Test

Former Indian cricket coach Ravi Shastri didn’t hold back his criticism of the umpires during the third day of the Lord’s Test between England and India. He accused them of wasting valuable playing time with a slow ball change process.

Shastri’s Frustration with the Umpires’ Handling of the Ball Change

Shastri expressed his frustration, highlighting how the seemingly simple act of changing the ball took an unnecessarily long time. This delay, according to Shastri, disrupted the rhythm of the game and could have potentially impacted the outcome.

Impact on the Game

While the exact impact of the delayed ball change is debatable, Shastri implied that such time-wasting incidents can be detrimental to the spirit of the game, especially in a closely contested match like the one at Lord’s.

Fans and commentators alike joined the discussion online, echoing Shastri’s concerns and debating the role of umpires in maintaining the pace of play in Test cricket.