Controversial catch by Dhruv Jurel sparks debate in IND vs SL Test

The first Test between India and Sri Lanka in Galle experienced controversy when Dhruv Jurel's catch to dismiss Lahiru Udara was called out. Replays indicated the ball may have brushed the turf as Jurel completed the catch, igniting widespread criticism of the decision. The event compounded India’s dominance in a chase for 372 runs, the highest in Galle's history, as Sri Lanka struggled at 47 for 4. The decision was further complicated by a late change in officiating, with reserve umpire Raveendra Wimalasiri ruling on the catch after Rod Tucker fell ill. The cricketing community, including senior journalists, expressed strong opinions against the call.

• 1:06 PMYahoo Sports — 'Awful umpiring', 'Clearly not out': Cricket World reacts to Dhruv Jurel catch controversy in IND vs SL Test as ball appears to scrape turf