Buttler criticizes India's concussion substitute decision in T20I

India's decision to use Harshit Rana as a concussion substitute for Shivam Dube during the fourth T20I against England has sparked controversy, particularly from England captain Jos Buttler. Buttler stated that Rana did not meet the criteria for a like-for-like replacement, expressing disbelief over the decision and indicating that it could have influenced the match outcome. Despite Rana's impressive performance, taking three wickets and contributing to India's 15-run victory, commentators like Kevin Pietersen and Nick Knight also criticized the substitution. Dube, who scored 53 runs before being replaced, suffered two blows to the helmet during his innings, leading to concerns about the legitimacy of the replacement. India’s bowling coach clarified that the match referee approved the substitution, suggesting there was no grounds for dispute. This incident raises questions about the interpretation of concussion protocols in cricket, particularly regarding player safety and match fairness.