5 instances of technical glitches in cricket

3. James Pattinson’s run-out in BBL 8, 2018

James Pattinson’s run-out in the 2018-19 Big Bash League had all sorts of controversies etched to it. It took place in the match between the Brisbane Heat and the Adelaide Strikers at The Gabba. Pattinson dived into the crease, but third umpire Greg Davidson gave him out. The umpires, players and the commentators were left in confusion.

Chris Lynn, the Heat’s skipper, didn’t look happy. In the end, Pattinson was called back after Strikers’ skipper Colin Ingram took back the appeal after consultation with veteran fast bowler Ben Laughlin.

Later, Adam Gilchrist, on Fox Cricket, revealed that radio communication between third umpire Davidson and the on-field umpires, Simon Fry and Paul Wilson, dropped out completely after the ‘out’ decision was flashed on the giant screen.