Caught Out!
View(s):In the good old days, when cricket was played by gentlemen, it was customary for the batsman to walk, when he knew he was out, even before the umpire’s decision. That was when there was not so much money in the game, as is the case now.
A bad decision (there is a slight difference between a “Bad” decision and a “Wrong” one!), by the umpire, could alter the whole complexion of the game. A case in point was Rayudu, who was caught behind when he had scored only two runs. He was given “Not Out”, and went on to score 114 not out, thus winning the match for India.
It would be nice to see a batsman walk, when he knew he was out. It requires someone to set the example and, I am sure, that others will follow. Here’s hoping!
-Dion J. Walles