The dismissal of Angkrish Raghuvanshi for "obstructing the field" during the IPL 2026 match between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on April 26, 2026, has ignited a fierce debate
online. The event occurred on the final ball of the fifth over. Raghuvanshi tapped the ball toward the off-side and sprinted for a single. His partner, Cameron Green, sent him back.As Raghuvanshi scrambled back to his crease, he significantly altered his running path.
In doing so, he stepped directly into the line of the fielder's throw, preventing it from hitting the stumps. After an appeal by Rishabh Pant and the LSG squad, Third Umpire Rohan Pandit reviewed the footage. He concluded that Raghuvanshi intentionally changed his line to block the throw and adjudged him out. The decision sparked immediate, visible fury from the KKR camp.Raghuvanshi, shocked by the decision, threw his helmet to the ground and forcefully slammed his bat against the boundary cushion while exiting.KKR head coach Abhishek Nayar was seen in an animated, "fuming" conversation with the fourth official. Assistant coach Shane Watson was also spotted in the dugout looking completely stunned by the rarity of the call.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi given out for Obstructing The Field! worst decision by third umpire.pic.twitter.com/H211ptIf7E
— Chai_Sutta (@Chai_SuttaGuy) April 26, 2026
Internet reacts to Raghuvanshi’s dismissal
The internet has erupted in controversy following the rare "Obstructing the Field" dismissal of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batter Angkrish Raghuvanshi during the IPL 2026 match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on 26 April 2026. The decision has sparked a massive debate among fans, former players, and experts on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram. Many KKR supporters labeled the decision "unlucky" and "harsh," while others argued it was technically the correct call under ICC rules.
Commentary circles and social media analysts have described the sequence as "perplexing" and "disappointing" for a young talent like Raghuvanshi. Experts noted that under ICC Law 37.1, if a batter changes direction to obstruct a throw, they must be given out regardless of whether the run-out would have actually happenedDespite the 9-run exit, Raghuvanshi remains a top performer this season, currently sitting at No. 3 in the Orange Cap standings with 200 runs.
What is the use of having 4 umpires in the match 🤐 Angkrish Raghuvanshi was given out for obstructing the field! 👎 It was clearly not out 🤬#LSGvsKKR
— Toxic Raya (@RockyRayaRavana) April 26, 2026
