‘This has to stop’: Vaughan, Waugh slam BCCI VP, urge Rohit on Jaiswal issue

BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla criticized the third umpire’s decision to dismiss Yashasvi Jaiswal during the final day of the India-Australia Test in Melbourne. Shukla wrote on social media, “Jaiswal was clearly not out. The third umpire should have relied on technology and required solid reasons to overrule the field umpire.”

Jaiswal attempted a hook shot off Pat Cummins but nicked the ball to wicketkeeper Alex Carey. On-field umpire Joel Wilson declared him not out. Australia reviewed the decision, and replays showed a faint edge. While Snicko detected no deflection, the third umpire overturned the decision based on visual evidence. A visibly upset Jaiswal argued with the umpires but had to walk off.

India lost the Test by 184 runs, giving Australia a 2-1 lead in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. After the match, Rohit Sharma addressed Jaiswal’s dismissal, acknowledging the controversy. “It seemed like he touched the ball, but technology showed no conclusive evidence. Everyone knows technology isn’t 100% accurate,” Rohit said. He also expressed frustration with India repeatedly facing unfavorable 50-50 calls.

Former cricketers Michael Vaughan and Mark Waugh dismissed Shukla and Rohit’s concerns. Vaughan defended the umpire, stating, “It was OUT. All decisions were correct. Australia was simply better this week.” Waugh echoed this, saying, “Jaiswal was clearly out. The edge was obvious. Snicko likely missed it because it was a soft glance, but the decision was right.”

At the post-match presentation, Rohit admitted the situation was unclear. “With the naked eye, it seemed like he edged the ball. But technology didn’t confirm it. Unfortunately, these calls often go against us,” he added. Rohit called the dismissal “unfortunate,” noting a pattern of unfavorable decisions since the series began in India.

Jaiswal’s dismissal ended India’s hopes of a comeback. Australia’s win secured their lead ahead of the final Test in Sydney, starting January 3. Critics praised Australia’s dominance, while debates over technology and umpiring decisions continued.

India now faces the challenge of leveling the series in Sydney. The loss raises questions about the reliability of review systems and India’s performance under pressure. The team will need to regroup quickly to keep the series alive.