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This Is, By Definition, A Wilful Act: MCC Clarifies ‘Obstructing The Field’ Rule After Raghuvanshi’s Controversial Dismissal
The Marylebone Cricket Club: The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has issued a clarification on the ‘Obstructing the Field’ law following the controversial dismissal of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi during the team’s recent IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants.
The incident sparked widespread debate after Raghuvanshi was adjudged out by the third umpire while attempting to take a U-turn and return to the striker’s end. The batter had initially set off for a quick single before being sent back by his partner. As he turned and dived to make his ground, the throw from the field struck him, prompting an appeal that resulted in his dismissal under Law 37.
Clarifying the rule, the MCC reiterated that a batter can only be given out if there is a deliberate attempt to obstruct or distract the fielding side.
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