London, Feb 2 (Reporter) Chris Broad, former England opener and one of the most respected International Cricket Council (ICC) match referees, has stirred a debate over the recent concussion substitute controversy surrounding India’s Harshit Rana during the fourth T20I against England in Pune. Broad, who has long been a staunch advocate for the integrity of cricket, took to X (formerly Twitter) to voice his concerns, highlighting what he sees as a regression in the ICC's approach to match officiating. "Independent match officials were brought in to stop situations like this! Why are the ICC returning to the 'bad old days' of bias and corruption?" Broad remarked, questioning the controversial substitution decision that has now captured global attention. The substitution of Rana, who replaced an injured Shivam Dube, has become a flashpoint, raising questions about the fairness of the process. While the decision to allow Rana’s replacement has sparked intense debate, Broad’s statement has further fuelled discussions on the role of match officials and the potential for bias in such high-stakes situations. Kevin Petersen, former England cricketer and current commentator, also weighed in, calling the substitution "quite the topic everywhere" and reiterating that it wasn’t a "like for like" replacement. "The match referee should just hold his hand up and say he got that one wrong," Petersen said. "End of event for good and we move on to another great clash this evening." Reports indicate that England's head coach, Brendon McCullum, was visibly furious with the decision, expressing his anger in the England dressing room. However, when asked about the incident, an England team spokesman played down the situation, stating, “He (McCullum) was fine. (He) spoke to the match referee at the end of the game. We move on.” The controversy continues to generate headlines, as critics accuse the ICC of undermining the sport's credibility. Calls for greater transparency from the governing body are intensifying, with fans, players, and pundits alike seeking clarity on the contentious concussion substitute issue. As the drama unfolds, the cricketing world waits to see how the ICC will address the growing concerns surrounding match officiating and fairness in international cricket...////...