During the first essay, an intriguing incident unfolded that sparked discussions and debates among fans and players alike. Starc, a prominent fast bowler from Australia, issued a non-striker end run-out warning to Sri Lankan opener Perera, raising questions about the spirit of the game.
Mitchell Strac’s warning to Kusal Perera
In the fixture, Starc interrupted his delivery stride on two occasions, during the first and fifth over, to alert Perera about his early departure from the non-striker’s crease. Instead of executing a dismissal, Starc chose to issue a warning. He also informed the line umpire of the situation, underscoring Perera’s recurring tendency to leave the crease prematurely.
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South African cricketer Tabraiz Shamsi’s perspective
Amid the ensuing debate on social media, spinner Shamsi shared his views on the matter on Instagram. Shamsi expressed the belief that Starc should have gone ahead with the dismissal and run Perera out.
Tabraiz Shamsi’s response (Image Source: Instagram)
The impact on the match
While the warning incident captivated cricket enthusiasts, the game itself saw Sri Lanka’s openers, Perera and Pathum Nissanka, off to a flying start with a formidable 125-run partnership for the first wicket. However, the Australian side, a five-time world champion, mounted a strong comeback and ultimately dismissed the Sri Lankan team for 209 runs.
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