New Delhi, Jan. 5 -- Ben Stokes became the latest victim of the controversial Snicko technology after the England captain's dismissal at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) on Monday, on the second day of the ongoing fifth and final Ashes 2025-26 Test. The incident took place in the 51st over of England's first innings in the first session of Day 2.

Pitched at good length by Mitchell Starc, the extra bounce forced Stokes to defend from the crease. To the naked eye, the ball appeared to pass closely to the outside edge. The Australian left-arm pacer appealed half-heartedly, while those behind the wickets were excited even though the on-field umpire Chris Gaffaney turned down the host team's request.

Australian captain Steve Smith went upstai...