Following a superb bowling performance that held Mumbai Indians to a score of 139/8, the Chennai Super Kings appeared to be on track for victory. At the 12-over mark, the team had scored 96/2 with Ambati Rayudu and Devon Conway at the crease.
While the CSK bowlers had delivered some exceptional bowling, a prolonged delay in the DRS trajectory became the topic of discussion.
During the ninth over of the innings, Piyush Chawla delivered a full-length googly to Ajinkya Rahane on the last ball of the over. However, Rahane failed to pick the delivery and attempted to defend it, but the ball hit his pads, resulting in a loud appeal from the bowler.
The umpire swiftly raised his finger, prompting both batters to challenge the decision after discussing it. Upon reviewing the replay, it was evident that the ball had pitched outside off, and the impact was within the stumps.
Nevertheless, there was an unexpected delay in the ball tracking process before the TV umpire ultimately confirmed the dismissal. The extended wait for the decision irked fans on social media, leading to allegations of cheating during the match.