Whose decision was it to replace a set batter with a bowling all-rounder in the dying moments of the match? More than that, was it justified? It is an issue that is being hotly discussed in the media and by cricket experts. From the outcome of the game, it was surely an ill-thought-out move. Mumbai Indians head coach, Mahela Jayawardene, at the post-match press conference revealed that it was his decision to ask Tilak Varma to retire for his inability to produce big shots when the asking rate was climbing during their IPL match against Lucknow Super Giants on Friday night. 

No difference to outcome

A full-house at the Ekana Stadium was left stunned as many could not understand what was happening when a set batter left the field without getting out or being injured and a new man walked in to replace him. The move, however, did not make a difference to the outcome as it was already an uphill task when Tilak was recalled with 24 runs needed for a win off just seven deliveries. MI eventually lost by 12 runs.