"Wrong Decision": Sunil Gavaskar Loses It On-Air Over Yashasvi Jaiswal DRS Controversy

The dramatic fifth day of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne was overshadowed by a contentious dismissal of Indian batter Yashasvi Jaiswal. The decision, made by the third umpire following a disputed DRS review, ignited a storm of criticism from cricketing legends and officials alike, with Sunil Gavaskar and BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla leading the charge against what they described as a 'wrong decision'. Jaiswal, who was batting on a gritty 84 off 208 balls, seemed to be India's best hope of salvaging a draw against Australia's relentless attack.

The controversy arose when he attempted to hook a short-pitched delivery from Pat Cummins that angled down the leg side.

On-field umpire Joel Wilson initially ruled Jaiswal not out after Australia's appeal for a caught-behind dismissal. However, Australian captain Cummins immediately opted for the Decision Review System (DRS), challenging the on-field decision.

The third umpire, Sharfuddoula Saikat, reviewed the available evidence. While the Snickometer showed no spike as the ball passed Jaiswal's bat and gloves, the television umpire relied on visual evidence of a slight deflection from the batter's right index finger and a perceived change in the ball's direction. Based on this, Sharfuddoula overturned the on-field call, declaring Jaiswal out.

Sunil Gavaskar was scathing in his criticism of the third umpire's decision. Speaking on Star Sports, Gavaskar said, "If you are using technology, then use technology only. Whatever I am seeing, I always say that this is an optical illusion. Snicko is a straight line. So it is absolutely not out. According to me, this is not out. This is a wrong decision. Absolutely wrong decision. Otherwise, don't use technology. If you are going to