Why was Cameron Green Given Run Out in KKR vs SRH IPL 2026 Match? Explained

A terrible mix-up resulted a freak run out as Cameron Green departed at the Eden Gardens in the match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

At the Eden Gardens, chasing 227 runs put by SRH, KKR have fallen in considerable trouble after losing their 3rd wicket in the powerplay, albeit scoring 74 runs.

KKR vs SRH: Cameron Green-Angkrish Raghuvanshi in Bizarre Run Out

In the final ball of the sixth over, a straight drive from Raghuvanshi hit bowler Eshan Malinga's foot. The ball didn't go far, but Cameron Green started to run, failing to judge the ball's pace. Raghuvanshi responded, but he had no chance of reaching the crease.

Malinga collected the ball and uprooted the stumps with ease. Raghuvanshi attempted to run and save his partner Green, and almost walked out of the field anticipating his dismissal. But after a moment of confusion, Cameron Green was given out.

Why was Cameron Green Given Out?

Cameron Green was Given Out after the Replay confirmed that the Australian didn't cross Raghuvanshi, which meant he was closer to the bowler's end. As Green's body part was closer to the wicket compared to Raghuvanshi, he was adjudged out.