Virat Kohli’s controversial dismissal in Mumbai sparks a debate

India captain Virat Kohli didn’t have a happy return to red-ball cricket as he failed to open his account in the second Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Friday.

The Indian captain failed to open his account and was given lbw off Ajaz Patel’s bowling. The Indian skipper decided to take the DRS, it was touch and go, and there was no conclusive evidence to overturn the on-field decision.

Third umpire Virender Sharma asked on-field umpire Anil Chaudhary to stick with the original decision and Virat Kohli walked away to the dressing room in disbelief.

Virat Kohli’s contentious dismissal has divided social media.

Earlier, India captain Virat Kohli won the toss and opted to bat against New Zealand.

The first session was wiped out due to a wet outfield after Mumbai received unseasonal rain during the last two days.