Indian captain Virat Kohli accused of costing Bangladesh victory by cheating in T20 World Cup

Bangladesh cricket fans have criticized umpires and accused Indian captain Virat Kohli of cheating on losing their match at the T20 World Cup against India in Adelaide on Wednesday night.

India now lead their group after beating Bangladesh by five runs via the Duckworth Lewis system, with superstar Kohli not on track to become the tournament’s top scorer with 64.

Bangladesh cricket fans have criticized umpires and accused Indian captain Virat Kohli (pictured) of cheating in the T20 World Cup defeat of their match against India in Adelaide on Wednesday night

India reached the top of their group after beating Bangladesh by 5 runs via the Duckworth Lewis system. In the seventh over of Bangladesh’s run-chase, Kohli was spotted in an illegal act of ‘fake fielding’ that was not picked up by the umpires

Despite a valiant effort, Bangladesh only made it to 6-145 – but the match was not without controversy.

In the seventh over of Bangladesh’s run chase, Kohli was spotted in an illegal fake fielding act that went undetected by the umpires.

The Indian skipper pretended to make a throw from an outfielder as the opponent moved between the wickets in an apparent attempt to deceive the opponent and create a run-out chance.

The ICC has a “fake fielding” rule which states: “It is unfair for a fielder to deliberately attempt, by word or deed, to distract, mislead or interfere with either batsmen after the batter has struck the ball.” has received.’

By the letter of the law, Kohli should have been given five runs for the incident – which would have left Bangladesh without winners.

Tigers wicketkeeper Nurul Hasan was one of many who was annoyed by the illegal incident.

“You saw that we had to play in a wet outfield, but there was also a case of fake fieldwork that didn’t go our way either,” he told the press afterwards.

Fans were outraged by Kohli’s actions and that they did not result in five extra runs for Bangladesh.

Kohli was spotted distracting Shanto by fake fielding. According to the law, India would receive 5 penalty points for such an outrageous event. But guess what? The umpires on the pitch didn’t even care to check again and denied taking any immediate action,” said one Twitter user.

By the letter of the law, Kohli (pictured) should have been given 5 runs for the incident – which happens to be the loss margin for Bangladesh

Kohli is such a disgrace to the game. Cheater,’ another complained.

‘Fake fielding. 5 run penalty. Missed by umpires. Of course,” said a third.

India will play their final group match against Zimbabwe on Sunday.

South Africa will face Pakistan on Thursday and the Netherlands on Sunday, while Bangladesh will face Pakistan on Sunday.