Islamabad, 27 March 2025: A funny chat between Ishan Kishan and former international umpire Anil Chaudhary has taken social media by storm.
The video, widely shared online, captures a humorous moment where Chaudhary acknowledges the improvement Kishan in appealing as a wicketkeeper.
In the video, Chaudhary complimented Kishan for his newfound maturity in making appeals, noting that he used to appeal excessively in the past.
The young cricketer responded with a witty remark, attributing his change in approach to the evolving strategies of umpires.
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Kishan humorously explained that umpires have become more discerning and might rule against players who appeal too frequently.
He jokingly referenced Pakistani captain Mohammad Rizwan, suggesting that over-appealing could lead to unfavorable decisions.
Kishan was heard saying that umpires have become smarter and if players continue appealing repeatedly, they might start giving out decisions as not out.
He suggested that making the right appeal at the correct moment ensures better confidence from the umpires.
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He added that excessive appealing, similar to Rizwan’s style, could result in fewer favorable decisions.
On the topic of umpiring standards, Kishan mentioned that players feel comfortable with certain umpires officiating matches.
However, he emphasized that new umpires should build confidence in their decision-making.
He believed that umpires should trust their instincts and avoid overthinking, ensuring that they make correct calls without being swayed by repeated appeals.
The viral clip has amused cricket fans, sparking discussions about player behavior and umpiring trends in modern cricket.
