135:. Green, unbeknownst to Short, gave up the chase, but Short conceded the behind anyway and was penalised with a free kick due to Green not applying adequate pressure in the umpire's mind to legally allow Short to rush a behind. As of 2024, there has been no amendment to the rule to allow for perceived pressure exemptions.
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