England cricketer Brydon Carse is subject to potential review by match referee Jeff Crowe following two separate incidents that occurred during the fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Day 5. These incidents involved physical contact with Australian batter Travis Head and on-field umpire Ahsan Raza, alongside expressions of dissatisfaction with a Decision Review System (DRS) ruling.
Investigation Initiated
Brydon Carse, an England bowler, may face review by match referee Jeff Crowe. The potential review stems from his conduct during two interactions in the final Ashes Test.
Incident Details: DRS Review and Umpire Interaction
The first incident took place during Australia's innings on Day 5, as Jake Weatherald was batting. England had appealed for a caught-behind dismissal against Weatherald, who was on 17 runs. On-field umpire Ahsan Raza initially gave a 'not out' decision.
The decision was subsequently referred to the third umpire for review. Despite Snicko technology showing a spike or slight deviation as the ball passed Weatherald's bat, the third umpire upheld the original 'not out' decision, citing insufficient evidence to overturn it.
Following the third umpire's ruling, Carse approached Umpire Raza and made physical contact by placing an arm or appearing to make contact with his shoulder. England captain Ben Stokes intervened, separating Carse from Umpire Raza. Stokes then conversed with Raza, referencing the Snicko technology and stating, "There’s a spike on the technology we use."
Later Incident: Player Contact
Later in the match, a second incident occurred involving Carse. After delivering the final ball of his over, Carse engaged in a verbal exchange with Jake Weatherald. As Carse returned to his bowling mark, he made physical contact with Australian batter Travis Head.