A controversial second unfolded in the course of the India A versus Pakistan Shaheens match within the Asia Cup Rising Stars match on Sunday. The incident concerned a relay catch between Nehal Wadhera and Naman Dhir that was in the end dominated not out by the third umpire.India A had set a modest goal of 137 runs after experiencing a major batting collapse.Pakistan A opener Maaz Sadaqat was dominating the chase with a formidable 31-ball fifty. The turning level occurred on the primary ball of the tenth over when Suyash Sharma induced a lofted shot from Sadaqat in direction of deep area.The controversial play started when Nehal Wadhera chased the shot to the boundary. Whereas airborne exterior the rope, he managed to flick the ball again into play, and Naman Dhir accomplished what seemed to be a legitimate relay catch inside the sector.Maaz Sadaqat had already began strolling again, assuming he was dismissed. Nevertheless, the on-field umpires requested him to attend for the third umpire’s determination.The choice displayed as “Not out” on the display left the Indian gamers shocked. Captain Jitesh Sharma instantly sought clarification from the officers concerning the ruling.Watch:The choice was based mostly on a major boundary fielding rule change introduced by the MCC in June 2025. The modification to Legislation 19.5.2 addressed confusion round airborne relay makes an attempt and a number of touches exterior the sector of play.The earlier rule solely thought-about the primary fielder’s place and grounding. This allowed a number of airborne relay touches exterior the boundary.The up to date legislation now requires all fielders who contact the ball to fulfill particular grounding necessities. A fielder can contact the ball as soon as whereas airborne exterior the boundary however should land inside the sector and stay there till the ball turns into useless.In accordance with Sub-Clause 19.5.2.1, when a fielder touches the ball whereas airborne exterior the rope after which lands exterior, the ball is mechanically thought-about boundary.The controversy deepened when neither a six nor a single run was awarded to Pakistan Shaheens on the supply, as no batters crossed the crease.Making the most of this lucky determination, Sadaqat guided Pakistan Shaheens to a convincing eight-wicket victory. This win secured Pakistan Shaheens a spot within the semi-final.