During the 2023 ICC World Cup, a remarkable and unfortunate incident took place involving Sri Lankan all-rounder Angelo Mathews, marking him as the inaugural player to face a timed-out dismissal in international cricket. This unprecedented event occurred during Sri Lanka's match against Bangladesh in Delhi, India.
Following international cricket regulations, a new batsman must be ready to face a delivery within two minutes of a wicket falling. In Mathews' case, an unexpected delay arose when the strap of his helmet snapped while he was preparing to take his place at the crease. As he awaited a replacement helmet, Bangladesh's Shakib Al Hasan appealed to the umpires, leading to Mathews being declared timed out.
This distinctive dismissal shed light on the complexities and peculiarities of cricket's rulebook, adding a unique chapter to the history of the sport.
In addition to this unusual event, the match took place in the context of concerning air quality levels in New Delhi. The city was noted as the most polluted major city globally. Despite these challenging environmental conditions, the cricket match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka proceeded at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
The fluctuating air quality in the Indian capital, ranging from "poor" to "severe" levels, prompted some players and coaches from both teams to practice while wearing face masks. Pre-match practice sessions were canceled as a precautionary measure, and specific Bangladesh players with asthma were confined to their hotel, underscoring the health risks associated with the city's polluted air during the World Cup.
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