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Smith, Labuschagne Force Jadeja To Remove Tape From Hands; India Star Bleeds Immediately

Probuddha Bhattacharjee

Ravindra Jadeja bleeding after removing his tape in IND vs AUS CT match [Source: @MemesWorld4u, @we_knowd/x.com]Ravindra Jadeja bleeding after removing his tape in IND vs AUS CT match [Source: @MemesWorld4u, @we_knowd/x.com]

Ravindra is a valuable member of the Indian team. He makes a contribution in all three aspects of the game, giving game-changing moments in India's favour.

The CSK star was in a good rhythm during the ongoing India vs Australia Champions Trophy semi-final with the ball. He bowled eight overs and conceded 40 runs in them while picking up two crucial wickets of Marnus Labuschagne and Josh Inglis.

Australia Asks Jadeja To Remove Tapes From His Injured Hand

However, the Australian team was seen as busy with their antics to stop Jadeja from doing his best on the field. During the Australian innings, when the Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne partnership was fostering, the umpires were seen requesting Jadeja to remove the tapes from his left hand. 

The Indian all-rounder tried to plea his case stating that he has an injury and it would be tough for him to field without the tapes. However, the umpire seemed persistent in his decision, and Jadeja was ultimately forced to remove his tapes. Soon after the incident, it was seen that Jadeja's left hand was bleeding. So, did the Australians cheat in making such a request?

Was It A Legal Request By Australia?

Well, as far as the ICC laws are concerned, the umpires and the batters have the right to ask to remove anything that obstructs the batter's vision. Technically, the Aussies and the umpires were right about asking Jadeja to get rid of the tape.

However, Ravindra Jadeja has been playing with the tapes since the start of the tournament. No other team had any problems so far. It is unclear which of the two batters requested the officials. But Marnus peaking from behind the umpire's shoulder while the incident was unfolding is an indication of his interest in the topic.

Besides the fact that it was the first such requests were made against Jadeja, it might not have been a huge problem. While a player is injured and the consquent bleeding being a evidence of that, Australia could have refrained from using the tactics for the spirit of the game.