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The ongoing ICC ODI World Cup 2023 has proven to be a thrilling spectacle with a blend of both spectacular moments and unexpected incidents. One such incident transpired during Match 39, featuring Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, which has left the cricketing world abuzz.
In the high-voltage clash, Sri Lankan batter Angelo Mathews found himself declared out by the umpire, not due to any conventional manner, but because of a very rare ‘timed-out’ rule. This unusual dismissal ignited a fiery debate and controversy among cricket aficionados across the globe, highlighting the intriguing and ever-evolving nature of the sport.
The controversial dismissal of Angelo Mathews
On Monday, November 6, an unusual incident unfolded at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi,. The catalyst for this unexpected turn of events was the dismissal of Sadeera Samarawickrama by Bangladesh’s skipper, Shakib Al Hasan.
In a surprising twist, Mathews, the another batter who walked into bat in place of Samarawickrama, encountered a predicament with the strap on his helmet, which necessitated a hasty replacement. Amidst the ensuing chaos, Shakib, seized the opportunity to appeal for a ‘timed-out’ dismissal of Mathews.
The umpires, reacting to this unusual request, intervened promptly, instructing Mathews to depart from the field. In a display of disbelief, the seasoned cricketer flung his helmet before engaging in a heated exchange with Shakib, adding an extra layer of drama to the contest.
Also READ: Angelo Mathews, Shakib Al Hasan respond to the ‘timed out’ controversy – ODI World Cup 2023
List of 7 batters who were dismissed due to the ‘timed-out’ rule
While the ‘timed-out’ dismissals are relatively rare in professional cricket, there have been a few notable instances where batters found themselves on the wrong side of this peculiar rule. Let’s have a look at seven such cases:
- Andre Jordaan: Eastern Province vs Transvaal – Incapable to reach the ground due to flooded roads.
- Hemulal Yadav: Tripura vs Orissa – Interacting with the coach on the boundary line.
- Vasbert Drakes: Border vs Free State – Flight delay.
- AJ Harris: Nottinghamshire vs Durham UCCE – Suffered from a groin strain and took too long to walk out.
- Ryan Austin: CCC vs Windward Islands – Unable to reach the crease in the allotted time.
- Charles Kunje: Matabeleland vs Mountaineers – Reason unknown.
- Angelo Mathews: Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh – Helmet strap problem right before approaching the crease.
