“Disgraceful from Shakib and Bangladesh,” Angelo Mathews on the timed out dismissal
Mathews becomes the first to be dismissed timed out in international cricket's history
“It was disgraceful from Shakib and Bangladesh,” Angelo Mathews said on the timed-out dismissal.
Angelo Mathews became the first player ever to be timed out in the history of international cricket in Sri Lanka’s World Cup group match against Bangladesh played in Delhi on Nov 6.
Mathews was visibly annoyed by the mode of dismissal as he left the field., and further drama to a rivalry was added as Mathews dismissed Shakib when Bangladesh came to bat.
At the post-match presser, Angelo Mathews said, “It was disgraceful from Shakib Al Hasan and Bangladesh. If they want to play cricket like that, there is something wrong drastically. Just disgraceful. Up to today, I had a lot of respect for Shakib, but he lost all. We have video evidence, we will put it out later”.
“It was all about common sense, how could I take the guard without a helmet? What about my safety? I think umpires should have used some common sense before giving me out. I don’t respect that man (Shakib) anymore, this was some street-level cricket from Bangladesh. Today, Shakib and the Bangladesh team showed their culture and upbringing. They say they follow the teachings of Islam, is this what Islam teaches??”
On the other hand, Sakib Al-Hassan, Bangladesh skipper, defended his decision saying, that he was well within his rights to appeal after being informed of the possibility by a teammate during Angelo Mathews’ helmet mishap.
“One of our fielders came to me and said, if you appeal, the law says he’s out because he hasn’t taken his guard within the time frame,” Shakib said in the post-match press conference.
“So, then I appealed to the umpires, who asked me If I was going to call him back or not. I said I won’t call him back.”
The Bangladesh skipper explained that he had played against Mathews for a long time and that the Sri Lankan all-rounder came up to him to explain what happened.
“I know him very well; he knows me very well,” Shakib said.
“So, he came and asked me whether if I (will) withdraw my appeal or not If I want to, I said, you know, I understand your situation. It was unfortunate, but I don’t want to.
This ugly development has left the cricket community talking about Shakib’s decision.
Angelo made his crease then his helmet strap broke. How is that timed out? I'm all for timed out if he doesn't make his crease but this is ridic. No different then a batsman getting to the crease then taking 3 minutes to face up 🤦🏽♂️#cricketworldcup
— Usman Khawaja (@Uz_Khawaja) November 6, 2023
Mohammad Kaif said, "Shakib Al Hasan should learn sportsmanship from Rohit Sharma". pic.twitter.com/gPqupeBt47
— Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) November 7, 2023
Angelo Mathews Submitted a Proof to ICC that 5 seconds were left before Timed Out. Yesterday Shakib Al Hasan & Bangladeshi Team Robbed Angelo's Wicket 🤐
Follow for more 🙏#BANvsSL #AngeloMathews #ShakibAlHasan #AUSvsAFG #CWC23 #AngeloMatthews #BANvSL pic.twitter.com/LPGLRXFKAJ
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) November 7, 2023
#ShakibAlHasan may be really a good Allrounder but has always been worst to play on Spirit of Cricket. Angelo Mathews Timed out is not first or last he was same guy who kicked bails for not giving out by Umpire. Shakib Al Hasan really a pathetic player. His fight with Tamim is… pic.twitter.com/cKRj74eAcH
— Ganesh (@me_ganesh14) November 6, 2023
Well it just takes one decision to fall from worst to disgrace. Bangladesh already had a toothless campaign in this WC and now they should have left with an honor and dignity with showing some sportsmanship.
But instead @Sah75official you and @BCBtigers you will be remembered for…— Paji Sports Talk (@Paji_Talk) November 6, 2023
