The principle is known as "Let the players make the call."
Papa C I understand what you are saying but aren't players taught - not to take things for granted?
In other words the bottom line in the above example is to get an out. F6 would have probably flipped the ball to F4 whether he thought he made a catch or not just to be on the safe side.
The umpire is the one who has to sell the call. If you see a liner, I agree wait and make sure - If it is indeed a catch - let everyone in the park no it so there is no confusion about the call - WE HAVE A CATCH WE HAVE A CATCH.
Sometimes the player isn't selling the play but just making sure he gets an out.
Now if you are really unsure about the call, then the players raction most likely will lead one to the correct call.
Pete Booth
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