Del fallo del Floodlight al Snickometer: probabilidades en la segunda prueba de India y Australia en el Adelaide Oval

The India vs Australia 2nd Test was expected to be a fiery and intense clash, especially at the Adelaide Oval, the venue where India had once been bowled out for 36. The anticipation was high, but Day 1 unfolded in a rather unexpected manner, featuring some unusual moments that are rarely seen in Australia.

India were bowled out for 180, and as Australia began their innings under the lights, the game was interrupted twice due to floodlight failures. Such disruptions, along with other surprising incidents, added an unexpected twist to the match. Let’s delve into these intriguing moments.

Weird Instances in India vs Australia 2nd Test at Adelaide Oval

Snickometer confusion

The first session of the Pink Ball Test in Adelaide was dramatic. Mitchell Starc dismissed Yashasvi Jaiswal for a golden duck on the first ball, while Scott Boland nearly sent KL Rahul back with a no-ball dismissal. Rahul, mistakenly believing he had edged the ball, walked off but was saved by the third umpire. Interestingly, the snickometer confirmed no edge, leading to online debates, as batters usually sense an edge. Ultimately, Rahul was not out due to the no-ball.

Floodlight failures

During Australia’s innings under full lights, the floodlights malfunctioned twice in the 18th over bowled by Harshit Rana. The first outage lasted 5-10 seconds, while the second caused a longer delay, prompting umpires to extend play by three minutes. The interruptions frustrated players, with Rana visibly annoyed as his run-up was disrupted. Such incidents are rare in Test cricket, as Day-Night Tests are not yet a regular feature, unlike ODIs and T20Is commonly played under lights.

Man passing the screen holding a pipe

The incident was both funny and intense. It occurred when a spectator behind Siraj, carrying multiple cups, walked across the field. The movement obstructed Labuschagne’s view, disrupting his concentration and prompting the Australian batter to halt his shot. Labuschagne’s decision to pause the game was deemed fair, although Siraj’s frustration at the disruption was evident.