Here is a concise summary of the provided text, which appears to be a transcript of a cricket match commentary:
**Key Events:**
1. **Controversial Umpiring Decision**: An Indian batsman is initially given out (caught behind) by Umpire Mark Benson, despite the ball hitting his shoulder. The decision is later overturned, sparking an argument with Australian captain Ricky Ponting.
2. **Beamer Incident**: Pakistani bowler Wasim delivers a beamer (a dangerous, head-high full toss) at an Australian batsman, leading to a heated exchange and a warning.
3. **Fielding Restriction Error**: The Australian team is penalized for having too many fielders outside the circle, resulting in an extra run for the opposing team (likely New Zealand, based on the mention of "Black Caps").
4. **Tensions Rise**: The match ends its afternoon session with controversy, warnings, and heated exchanges between players, umpires, and possibly the match referee.
**Match Context:**
* Teams involved: Australia, India, Pakistan, and New Zealand (Black Caps)
* Match situation: The game and series are "in the balance," suggesting a closely contested and crucial match.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text, each given a number and kept as short sentences:
1. **Appeal and Reversal**: A batsman was initially given out by Umpire Mark Benson, but was then called back after an appeal.
2. **Ponting's Reaction**: Ricky Ponting was unhappy with the initial decision and expressed his discontent.
3. **Score at Incident**: The score was 4/86 when Andrew Symonds came in to bat.
4. **Over Number**: An incident occurred during over number 49.
5. **Beamer Incident**: A bowler delivered a beamer (a ball that reaches the batsman without bouncing) at Andrew Symonds' head.
6. **No Apology**: The bowler did not apologize for the beamer.
7. **Umpire Warning**: Umpire Palmer gave a warning, possibly to the bowler or the fielding team.
8. **Fielding Restriction Issue**: There was a debate about a fielding restriction, specifically whether more than five fielders were outside the circle.
9. **Penalty Against Australia**: A penalty was considered against Australia due to the fielding restriction issue.
10. **Umpire Decision Reversal**: Umpire Billy reversed a call, signaling a no-ball, after realizing there were only three fielders inside the ring.
11. **Consequence of Umpire Error**: An extra run was awarded due to the umpire's mistake.
12. **Match Situation**: The match and series were in the balance, increasing tension.
13. **Warning to a Player**: A player (possibly Chatfield) received an official warning after a stern exchange.
14. **Session End**: The afternoon session ended with controversy.