Tempers flair as Sri Lanka refuse to shake hands with Bangladesh players after the ‘timed out’ dismissal
By Swapneel Deshpande November 7, 2023
The ODI World Cup 2023 match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka will be remembered for its intense drama, heated tempers, and a controversial moment that made headlines. It ended with both teams refusing to shake hands and leaving the ground after Bangladesh secured a three-wicket victory at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.
Chasing a target of 280, Bangladesh got off to a shaky start, finding themselves at 41 for 2 early in their innings. However, a remarkable 169-run partnership for the third wicket between captain Shakib Al Hasan (82) and Najmul Hossain Shanto (90) turned the tide in their favor. They managed to propel their team to victory, despite some late wicket losses during the run chase. The thrilling contest took an ugly turn as the players from both sides opted not to engage in the traditional post-match handshake, indicating that this rivalry had escalated to a new level of bitterness.
The Controversy
The controversy began with the Angelo Mathews timed out dismissal. Mathews, batting at No. 6, couldn’t reach the crease within the required time, leading to an appeal from the Bangladesh players. Amidst heated discussions in the middle, Mathews tried to explain that he was facing an issue with his helmet’s strap. Still, the on-field umpires, Marais Erasmus and Richard Illingworth, eventually decided to dismiss the Sri Lankan, marking him as the first player to be timed out in international cricket.
Throughout Bangladesh’s pursuit of the 280-run target, tensions flared, leading to heated arguments between the two teams. The refusal to shake hands after the game underscored the intensity of this rivalry and the bitter feelings that had developed.
With this victory, Sri Lanka’s hopes of reaching the semifinals in the ongoing CWC 2023 edition were shattered. Bangladesh had already been eliminated from the tournament earlier, making this match more about pride and rivalry than advancing in the competition.
The incident involving Mathews and the subsequent animosity between the teams showcased the passion and emotions involved in the game of cricket, turning this match into a memorable chapter in the sport’s history.
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