Sri Lankan all-rounder Dilruwan Perera was dragged into a controversy at the Eden Gardens yesterday after he sought a DRS (Decision Review System) intervention on what seemed second thought. It had him overturn a leg-before decision. In the 57th over of their innings, Perera was struck in front by Mohd Shami. Umpire Nigel Llong upheld the appeal. Perera turned and was on his way to the pavilion after a few words with batting partner Rangana Herath. However, he suddenly returned to claim what turned out to be a successful review through the DRS. The incident prompted some, including television commentators, to raise an eyebrow because Perera was facing the dressing room when he seemed to change his mind. The doubt expressed by commentators soon went viral on social media.

India's Mohammed Shami celebrates the wicket of Sri Lanka’s Dilruwan Perera before the batsman reportedly looked towards the dressing room for a possible signal. Pic/AFP