Asia Cup 2018: Lessons for Team India from the tie against Afghanistan

#3 When and when not to use the Review

The Indians should use the Review judiciously especially when batting

In the Afghan match, KL Rahul unwisely used up the review knowing fully well that he had very little chance of success after the on-field umpire’s call was out. The only thing that could have saved Rahul was an inside edge. He was reverse sweeping and the ball hit him on the back leg and he had no chance. By using up the only available review, Rahul denied Dhoni and Dinesh Karthik their legitimate rights. In the end, the Indians had only themselves, particularly Rahul, to blame for the unfortunate dismissals of a couple of batsmen.

In the final, the Indians should ensure that they use their limited review option judiciously especially while batting. The non-striker should be better positioned to assess the merits of the case. He should have the courage and conviction to say no when it looks more out than not.