Twitter reacts as Angelo Mathews becomes first cricketer to be given "Timed out" in international cricket

Angelo Mathews was dismissed ‘Timed Out’ in a match against Bangladesh in ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.

In the 38th match between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 in Delhi on November 6, 2023, Sri Lanka’s Angelo Mathews put his name into the history books, becoming the first cricketer to be given out on a rare mode of dismissal known as “timed out.” Mathews’ unfortunate dismissal added another layer to the already intense rivalry between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.

Bangladesh winning the toss chose to field first, Sri Lanka are batting on 168/5 in 30.5 overs. Pathum Nissanka scored 41 runs, followed by Sadeera Samarawickrama’s 41. Matthews, walked in to bat when Sri Lanka were on 135/4 in 24.2 overs.

Angelo Mathews given out through ‘Time Out’

Angelo Mathews leisurely walked out to the middle, he took his own time even before he reached the crease. The situation grew even more peculiar when he had an issue with his helmet, leading him to call for a replacement. Meanwhile, Shakib and Bangladeshi team used the opportunity to appeal for a time-out, as per the rules governing this rare mode of dismissal. The umpires, bound by the regulations, had no choice but to grant the time-out, despite Mathews’ efforts to plead his case.

Twitter erupted after Angelo Mathews was given out, fans, experts and ex-cricketers reacted to the dismissal.

What's your verdict on the timed out dismissal? 🤔#BANvSL #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/9cCsjemEdu

— ESPNcricinfo (@ESPNcricinfo) November 6, 2023

Not my job to speak about morals and sportsmanship 2 mins between Batsman dismissal and next Batsman ready to face #Angelomathews couldn’t do it that’s the bottom line #SLvsBan

— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) November 6, 2023

Timed OUT for helmet issues .. that’s a new one .. #CWC2023

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 6, 2023

Well, that wasn’t cool ⏰

— Dale Steyn (@DaleSteyn62) November 6, 2023

Have to be ready to take strike in 2 minutes as per ICC playing conditions #Banvsl #CWC23

— Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) November 6, 2023

HISTORY IN DELHI….!!!Angelo Mathews becomes the first cricketer in history to be out on 'timed out'. pic.twitter.com/VRg1xmSTDf

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) November 6, 2023

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Angelo Mathews 🧐 #BANVSL #CWC23

— Manish Mahiya (@manishmahiya07) November 6, 2023

Why didn't Shakib Al Hasan withdraw his appeal when Angelo Mathews explained the helmet issue delay? Sportsmanship matters, and this move was disappointing. Shameful action, Shakib. #CWC23 #SLvsBAN pic.twitter.com/YkIPQwFn87

— Anil Tiwari (@Anil_Kumar_ti) November 6, 2023

Could Angelo Mathews have just faced up for one ball without a helmet, then delayed and called for a replacement? Yes but, crucially, he didn't do that

— Ben Gardner (@Ben_Wisden) November 6, 2023

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