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'Referring wides in cricket needs to stop': Pietersen sparks fresh IPL debate

Former England captain Kevin Pietersen sparked debate during IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 after criticising wide-ball referrals in cricket. Referring wides in cricket needs to stop, Pietersen posted on X while watching Gujarat Titans vs Rajasthan Royals. His remark divided fans, with some saying reviews slow down T20 games, while others defended technology for ensuring accurate decisions in high-pressure matches.

29 May 2026 8:27 pm