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On This Day, November 6: When Angelo Mathews Was ‘Timed-Out’ During The World Cup!

According to MCC Laws, A batter must be ready within 3 minutes of dismissal; failure results in being timed out.

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On This Day, November 6: In a dramatic turn of events during the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup in Delhi, Angelo Mathews became the first-ever batter to be timed out in international cricket. The incident occurred as Mathews, preparing to face Shakib Al Hasan, encountered an issue with his broken helmet strap.

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The Drama Unfolds: Mathews Timed Out In World Cup

As Mathews tried to get a replacement helmet, the clock ticked down, and Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh’s captain, made a surprising appeal to the umpires. Under the ICC playing conditions, a batter must be ready to face their first delivery within two minutes. Mathews, unable to meet this time limit due to the helmet delay, was officially timed out.

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Bangladesh Wins The Match

The timing-out of Mathews proved to be a pivotal moment in the game, with Bangladesh ultimately winning by three wickets. This incident not only shocked cricket fans but also raised awareness of the strict regulations regarding batters’ readiness at the crease.

Historic Moment In Cricket

This rare occurrence in the cricket world marked a significant milestone in international cricket, with Mathews becoming the first player to fall victim to this rule.

What MCC Law Tells About It

MCC LawDescription
40.1.1Incoming Batter Must Be Ready Within 3 Minutes: After a wicket falls or a batter retires, the incoming batter must be ready to face the next ball within 3 minutes, unless time has been called. If not ready, the batter will be Timed Out.
40.1.2Extended Delay Procedure: If there is a delay and no batter is ready, the umpires will follow the procedure in Law 16.3 (Umpires awarding a match). The 3-minute limit will be considered the start of the action.
40.2Bowler Does Not Get Credit for Timed Out Wicket: If a batter is Timed Out, the bowler does not receive credit for the wicket.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Aditya Mallick

Aditya Mallick

Senior Sub-Editor (Sports)

Aditya Mallick is a Senior Sub-Editor (Sports) with over 4+ years of experience covering a wide range of sports, including cricket and football. His in-depth coverage of major sporting events such as ICC Cricket tournaments and prominent football leagues demonstrates his expertise in the field. Aditya holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Maharshi Dayanand University and has contributed to leading media outlets like Zee News and The Times of India. Aditya's articles undergo rigorous fact-checking by a dedicated News Desk team before publication, ensuring accuracy and reliability. His commitment to journalistic integrity has made him a trusted voice in sports media. Beyond the newsroom, Aditya actively engages with the sporting community and is a member of various sports journalism and media associations. Feel free to connect with him on LinkedIn to stay updated with his latest insights and contributions to sports journalism.

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First published on: Nov 06, 2024 02:31 PM IST


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