Asad Rauf: “Pakistan have not used DRS properly because of [a] lack of knowledge”
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Former international umpire Asad Rauf has criticised the Pakistan team for their “lack of knowledge” on how to use the Decision Review System (DRS) properly.
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Taufel used the ongoing Ashes series as an example where technology was being overused
Umpires are often criticised for making the wrong decisions during matches, but former international umpire Simon Taufel believes that they should be confident in the decisions they give and take a more “pragmatic” approach when it comes to the use of technology.
Up until now the law stated that a dead-ball had to be called every time this problem occurred
Steven Finn has already garnered a reputation of being one of the best pace bowlers in international cricket today, however, his rather unorthodox habit of knocking down the stumps with his knee has been a major flaw in his game and has even cost him wickets on two separate occasions.
Taufel will become the first umpire to deliver the MCC lecture
Recently retired Australian umpire Simon Taufel has been chosen to deliver this year’s MCC lecture, making him the first umpire in history to ever do so.
Samuels has been reported for a suspicious action numerous times in the past
Brisbane Heat head coach Darren Lehmann has been charged with breaching Cricket Australia’s Code of Behaviour after he questioned the legitimacy of West Indies all-rounder Marlon Samuels’ bowling action during his side’s loss to the Melbourne Renegades at Etihad Stadium.
Taufel hopes to see Pakistan hosting international matches in the near future
Veteran Australian umpire Simon Taufel, who was in Pakistan during the horrific terrorist attack that targeted the Sri Lankan team members in March 2009, has revealed that he would like to see international cricket return to the nation since he has had plenty of fond memories about the country, the people and the cricket matches played there.
