Ishan Kishan’s Bizarre Dismissal Leaves Fans Confused in IPL Match

New Delhi, India — Ishan Kishan became the center of controversy during the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians on April 23. His surprising decision to walk off the field after a delivery from Deepak Chahar sparked confusion and debate among fans and commentators.

In the third over of the match, Kishan faced Chahar’s delivery that swung down the leg side. Kishan, however, began to walk back to the pavilion despite no appeal from the Mumbai players. Umpire Vinod Seshan initially appeared set to signal a wide ball but changed his decision upon observing Kishan’s actions.

Kishan’s decision was called into question when UltraEdge technology revealed there was no contact between the bat and the ball. Many in the stadium were left perplexed, questioning why Kishan chose to leave without waiting for an official call. MI captain Hardik Pandya showed sportsmanship by tapping Kishan on his helmet as he left, acknowledging the unusual situation.

Kishan, who had previously found success against MI, has struggled with form this season. After being dismissed for just one run, his overall performance in the IPL has been disappointing, with only 139 runs in eight matches. The dismissal was emblematic of SRH’s struggle, as they lost crucial wickets early in the game. Their batting collapsed to 35-5, leading to a final score of 143-8.

There were some bright spots for SRH as Heinrich Klaasen scored a vital 71 runs. However, it was not enough to defend against Mumbai’s strong batting lineup, which chased down the target with ease, winning by seven wickets. The peculiar incident surrounding Kishan’s dismissal reflected the challenges facing SRH, who currently sit at the bottom of the IPL standings.

Kishan’s father, Pranay, expressed support for his son’s decision. “Yes, Hardik Pandya patted him for the decision,” Pranay said, showcasing the spirit of sportsmanship despite the bizarre circumstances of the dismissal.