Rajat Patidar frustrated by umpire's decision during IPL final

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Rajat Patidar frustrated by umpire's decision during IPL final
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Rajat Patidar expressed frustration over a controversial third-umpire decision in the IPL 2026 final between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans. Washington Sundar appeared to be dismissed after a catch by Jordan Cox, but the third umpire ruled it not out due to uncertainty regarding the catch. RCB had started strongly, removing both of GT's opening batsmen early. This decision allowed the Titans a chance to stabilize their innings amid pressure.

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  • Rajat Patidar questioned the third-umpire's ruling during the IPL final.
  • Jordan Cox seemed to catch a mistimed pull shot from Washington Sundar.
  • The third umpire ruled Sundar not out after reviewing the footage.
  • RCB had a strong start, dismissing both GT opening batsmen early.
  • Gujarat Titans faced pressure after early wickets but might recover.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar was visibly frustrated after a controversial third-umpire decision spared Washington Sundar a crucial wicket in the IPL 2026 final. Despite a strong start by RCB, a mistimed pull shot by Sundar, seemingly caught by Jordan Cox, was ruled not out after replays showed uncertainty.

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