The match featuring Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals was closely contested, with both sides posting underwhelming scores. Yet, in the crucial moment when SRH needed nine runs off just two balls, Marco Jansen’s inexplicable action left many bewildered. Jansen received substantial backlash for potentially costing his team a chance at victory.
During the 20th over, Mukesh Kumar was bowling to Washington Sundar and Jansen, who were at the crease. With only two deliveries left and nine runs required, Mukesh delivered a full length ball, which Sundar hit between deep midwicket and long on.
Although Delhi managed to keep the ball in play, it was a simple two runs for SRH, leaving them with a chance to force a Super Over with a six on the final ball.
However, a surprising turn of events occurred when Jansen refused the double, despite Sundar’s willingness to take it. This blunder left SRH needing eight runs from the last delivery, with Jansen facing the bowler.
Hyderabad fans were left shocked and outraged, taking to social media to express their disappointment at the turn of events.