IPL 2026: Virat Kohli questions umpires after Holder’s catch call ended Patidar’s stay (Image Source: IANS)
A critical moment occurred during the IPL 2026 match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Virat Kohli was in the spotlight as he questioned the fourth umpire after a contentious catch by Jason Holder dismissed Rajat Patidar, the skipper of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
This situation arose in the eighth over when RCB aimed to solidify their innings. Patidar, who was on 19 runs, tried to play a pull shot. Holder dived to take a low catch while Kagiso Rabada also approached the ball, almost causing a collision.
Replays did not provide clear evidence on whether the ball had touched the ground. Nevertheless, after a review, the third umpire upheld the catch, resulting in Patidar being out. This decision left Kohli and the RCB team frustrated as it came at a pivotal moment.