THE STORY
In the third Ashes Test at Headingley on August 25, 2019, Australian captain Tim Paine used the team's final DRS review unsuccessfully on an LBW appeal against England's Jack Leach. With no reviews left, Australia could not challenge a dismissed LBW appeal against Ben Stokes, who remained not out and scored 135*. Stokes' innings helped England win by one wicket, leveling the series 1-1 and leading Australia to rethink their DRS strategy.
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Tim Paine, Australia
WHY IT MATTERS
The mismanagement of DRS reviews by Paine directly impacted Australia's chances of winning the match and retaining the Ashes, highlighting the critical role of effective decision-making in high-pressure situations.