Controversial Catch Dismissal Sparks Umpiring Debate in India-England Test

The ongoing fourth Test match between India and England took another dramatic turn on the second day, as Ravindra Jadeja was given out on a controversial catch taken by England's Harry Brook. Jadeja was batting well at the time, having scored 20 runs off 40 balls, when he was caught at second slip off an outswinger from Jofra Archer.

The on-field umpires declared Jadeja out without any hesitation, despite replays showing the ball may have touched the ground before being caught. This decision has sparked a debate on social media, with many fans questioning why the third umpire was not consulted to confirm the dismissal.

India's troubles were compounded earlier in the match when Rishabh Pant had to retire hurt due to an elbow injury on the first day. Pant was batting well, but the pain forced him to leave the field, and it remains uncertain whether he will be able to return to the match.

With Jadeja's early dismissal and Pant's injury, India's middle order now looks vulnerable, and the team's position in the match is in danger. India is currently trailing 2-1 in the 5-match series and desperately needs a win in Manchester to level the series. However, history is not on their side, as India has never won a Test at Old Trafford in 9 attempts.

The English captain, Ben Stokes, won the toss for the fourth consecutive time and decided to bowl first. After a quiet first session, England made a comeback in the second session, dismissing KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Shubman Gill in quick succession.