Controversy Strikes: Snicko Error Rocks Ashes Test

Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg has condemned a human error by Snicko technology during the Ashes Test, which led to a vital wicket going unclaimed by England. Despite the slip-up, Australia remained in control of the series. The technology provider, BBG Sports, accepted blame for the incident.

Cricket Australia chief, Todd Greenberg, has publicly criticized the error in the Snicko technology that played a pivotal role in a crucial on-field decision during the third Ashes Test in Adelaide. This incident cost England a potentially significant breakthrough early in the series.

Greenberg expressed his disappointment over the malfunction, which allowed Alex Carey to survive a caught-behind appeal despite clear evidence of an edge on the batsman's part. Delving deeper into the incident, Greenberg highlighted dual human errors—one by the on-field umpire and another related to the Snicko technology.

BBG Sports, the provider of this technology, shouldered the responsibility, attributing the mistake to selecting the incorrect microphone for audio processing. Meanwhile, Australia continued their dominating position, finishing the day at 371 runs, after winning the toss and opting to bat, with their series lead at 2-0.

(With inputs from agencies.)