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Thursday, Jul 17, 2025
Bangladesh won by 3 wickets while chasing a target of 280.
The incident happened in the 25th over when the 36-year-old walked out to bat after the dismissal of Samarawickrama but found that the helmet strap was broken and immediately signalled for a replacement instead of facing the bowler Shakib.
It requires considerable fortitude and grit on the part of the players to black out the humiliation faced and walk back to the field with their heads held high.
He joined Australian speedster Mitchell Starc as the only other bowler to register three five-fors in World Cup history.
Shami finished with 5.18 while Siraj took 3/16 as Sri Lanka were bundled out for 55, their lowest total in the competition.
However, the Indian skipper reminded everyone that he is not just going out there and swinging his arms, saying he always has team requirement and match-situation in mind.
A few days ago, Sri Lanka also made the announcement of granting a couple of countries including India, visa-free entry facilities for their citizens.
A 111-run partnership between Shahidi (58 not out) and Azmatullah (73 not out) for the unbroken fourth wicket stand formed the cornerstone of the big win, their third in this tournament.
He will be replaced by fellow pace bowler Dushmantha Chameera.
Although England are still mathematically in the running, with skipper Jos Buttler saying they 'need a few miracles' to win their remaining games, their chances of finishing in the top four are slim and Mott said they were resigned to their fate.
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