Sri Lankan cricketer Angelo Mathews responded to the decision to label him as ‘timed out‘ during the recent World Cup match against Bangladesh, a game that took place in Delhi. The clash between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in the 38th match of the tournament ended with a narrow three-wicket victory for the Bengal Tigers, but a significant incident during the match has stirred discussions within the cricket community.

The incident occurred when Mathews, taking to the crease, encountered an issue with his helmet. A replacement helmet was requested, but as he signaled for it from the dressing room, the Bangladeshi team appealed for a ‘timed out’ decision. Subsequently, the umpire ruled in favor of a timed-out call, leading Mathews to return to the pavilion without facing a single delivery. The experienced cricketer displayed visible disappointment, and a somber mood settled over the Sri Lankan dressing room.

Angelo Mathews Responded To Incident In Post-match Press Conference.

During the post-match press conference, Angelo Mathews addressed the issue and expressed his reaction when asked about the situation. He explained, “I reached the field within the stipulated two-minute timeframe, but my helmet strap was broken, which was beyond my control.”

He went on to voice his opinion on the matter, saying, “In my entire career, I have never witnessed a team stooping so low, and I consider it a regrettable act by the Bangladeshi captain and his team.” Notably, this incident marked a historic moment in international cricket as Mathews became the first player to be declared ‘timed out‘ in the sport’s history.

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