In an unexpected turn of events, Angelo Mathews, the Sri Lankan cricketer, made history by becoming the first player in international cricket to be ‘timed out.’ This rare dismissal occurred during a high-stakes match, leaving both fans and experts surprised. A ‘timed out’ dismissal happens when the incoming batsman fails to reach the crease within the prescribed time after the fall of the previous wicket. Mathews’ unique dismissal raises questions about the meticulous nature of cricket’s rulebook and has ignited debates among cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
