England vs Sri Lanka Live Score, World Cup 2023: Jonny Bairstow Steady But England Go 2 Down vs Sri Lanka

26.10.2023 - 09:29 sports.ndtv.com

England vs Sri Lanka, ODI World Cup 2023, Live Updates: England have lost their second wicket against Sri Lanka.

Currently, Jonny Bairstow and Ben Stokes are standing unbeaten at the crease for one-down England. On the other hand, Sri Lanka bowlers are aiming for some quick breakthroughs, in order to get an upper hand in the game.

Earlier, England skipper Jos Buttler won the toss and opted to bat against Sri Lanka in their ODI World Cup 2023 match on Thursday in Bengaluru.

The defending champions have two points from four matches, similar to their opponents, and are ninth on the table. (Live Scorecard | Points Table) Change?

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NZ vs SL, ODI World Cup 2023, Live Updates:New Zealand will be squaring off against Sri Lanka in their ODI World Cup 2023 match on Thursday in Bengaluru. New Zealand's campaign has hit a disheartening flatline after their early domination and the Kiwis will have to rediscover their bowling mojo for a World Cup reboot. Ahead of their last league match which is under rain threat, New Zealand are hobbling on eight points, aware of the fact that a defeat or a washout can throw them out of the tournament.

Cricket World Cup - "Shakib Ka Khauf": Internet Reacts As England Star Shows Helmet To Umpire To Not Get 'Timed Out'

The 'timed out' controversy has became a big news in the world of sports. And there are enough reasons for it to happen. The dismissal of Sri Lanka star Angelo Mathews was the first timed out dismissal in the 146 history of international cricket. The decision of Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan to appeal for a 'timed out' dismissal after Angelo Mathews took over two minutes to get ready to face the ball, as per the rules of the Cricket World Cup, has been widely discussed. The umpires deemed Angelo Mathews and he was left an unhappy man.

Old Video Of Shakib Al Hasan's On-Field Outburst Is Viral Amid 'Timed Out' Debate During Cricket World Cup 2023

Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan was in the middle of a massive controversy after Sri Lanka batter Angelo Mathews became the first cricketer ever to be dismissed 'timed out' in international cricket. During the Cricket World Cup 2023 match between the two teams in New Delhi on Monday, Mathews failed to get ready for his first ball within the stipulated two minutes after the fall of a wicket and was given 'timed out' after Shakib's appeal. While Mathews insisted that the delay happened due to some malfunction with the strap of his batting helmet, the Bangladesh skipper was not moved by the argument and the umpire had no other option than to send Mathews back to the dugout.

Cricket World Cup 2023: Delhi Police Gives Their Own 'Helmet' Twist To 'Timed Out' Debate

Veteran Sri Lanka all-rounder Angelo Mathews became the first cricketer ever to be dismissed 'timed out' in international cricket. The incident took place during the Cricket World Cup 2023 match against Bangladesh on Monday and it resulted in a massive controversy. Several fans and experts were of the opinion that Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan should have withdrawn his appeal and upheld the 'spirit of cricket'. However, there were some who came in support of Bangladesh and pointed out that the dismissal was in accordance to the law of the sport. Delhi Police also took the opportunity to put their own spin on the controversy as they came up with an unique road safety message on social media.

Cricket World Cup 2023 Points Table: Bangladesh End Sri Lanka's Dreams In Heated Clash

Bangladesh ended Sri Lanka's dreams of reaching the Cricket World Cup 2023 semifinals with a hard-fought three-wicket win in a match filled with controversies on Monday. The win meant that Bangladesh grabbed the seventh spot in the standings while Sri Lanka fell to eighth. While both sides cannot reach the knockout stage in this competition, the fight for a spot in the Champions Trophy 2025 continues. The top 7 teams along with hosts Pakistan will qualify directly for the competition and as a result, both sides remain in contention along with Netherlands (4 points) and England (2 points).