Hridoy highlighted a controversial call in the 17th over of Bangladesh’s run chase, where a ball from Ottneil Baartman struck Mahmudullah‘s pad and went for four.Initially given out LBW by the on-field umpire, the decision was overturned on review. However, since the umpire had declared it out, the ball was considered dead, denying Bangladesh crucial runs that could have altered the match outcome.
Speaking to reporters after the game, Hridoy lamented the impact of the decision, stating, “To be honest, that was not a good call for us in such a tight match. In my point of view, the umpire gave that out but it was pretty hard on us. Those four runs could have changed the match scenario.”
Acknowledging the fallibility of umpires, Hridoy emphasized the significance of small margins in low-scoring matches and called for improvements in umpiring standards, especially in crucial moments.
The 23-year-old also addressed his own dismissal, where he was given out LBW on a delivery from Kagiso Rabada, despite replays suggesting the ball was only clipping the leg stump. Reflecting on the close calls, Hridoy stressed the importance of experienced batters finishing matches in such tense situations.
“In this kind of venue where low-scoring matches are taking place, one or two runs are a big thing. I think those four runs or two wides are close calls and I was given out on umpire’s call, and there is room for improvement,” he remarked.
(With inputs from IANS)