The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 saw a significant moment during the Group A match between India and Namibia at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday, February 12. The Namibian captain, Gerhard Erasmus, felt frustrated when umpire Rod Tucker ruled one of his deliveries as a dead ball, requiring him to bowl it again.
After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, Erasmus watched as India quickly reached 100 runs in just seven overs. He stepped in to bowl in the eighth over to help contain the scoring. However, things took a turn on the fifth ball of his over when Tucker called the delivery dead, leaving Erasmus in disbelief.
Gerhard Erasmus’ Bowling Technique at the Center of the Issue
The disagreement arose due to Erasmus’ round-arm sling action and his position when delivering the ball. The 30-year-old bowler released the ball from well behind the crease, which drew Tucker’s attention.
The umpire questioned the delivery method, leading to a spirited discussion between Erasmus and Tucker. Despite Erasmus defending his technique, Tucker maintained his stance on the decision.
