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Big Bash League: Controversial Runout Sparks Drama in Sydney Sixers Vs Sydney Thunder Clash | Watch Video

Third umpire Phillip Gillespie meticulously reviewed multiple angles to determine whether the stumps were legally dislodged

In a nail-biting moment during the Big Bash League match at Sydney Cricket Ground on Thursday, Matthew Gilkes found himself at the center of a contentious runout that divided opinions and ignited on-field tensions. On the fourth ball of the eighth over, Gilkes attempted a risky second run after a late-dab shot past the keeper. Jack Edwards’ throw from the field, expertly assisted by Hayden Kerr from third man, put Gilkes in a precarious position.

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The dismissal hinged on a critical technical detail. Third umpire Phillip Gillespie meticulously reviewed multiple angles to determine whether the stumps were legally dislodged. Initially, Edwards appeared uncertain, but the replay revealed a decisive moment. Gillespie’s verdict: “I am satisfied the ball has impacted the stumps which has removed the bails.” Despite minimal contact and the stumps not immediately lighting up, the runout was upheld, sending Gilkes back to the pavilion after a promising 26-run innings that included a four and a six.

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The dramatic dismissal highlighted the razor-thin margins in T20 cricket, where split-second decisions can dramatically alter match momentum. Kerr’s precise throw and Edwards’ quick thinking combined to create a moment of high drama that had the crowd erupting in excitement. Although Thunders won the match by 4 wickets, Gilkes’ departure marked a crucial breakthrough for the Sydney Sixers, demonstrating the intense, unpredictable nature of Big Bash League cricket.

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