Fourth umpire Adrian Holdstock spoke to Star Sports during the innings break and said, “In this afternoon’s example, the batsman was not prepared to receive the ball within those two minutes before the strap became an issue for him “
But Matthews said, “If you ask the question now, the answer will be different…I have video evidence and if anyone wants to dispute it, I urge them to.”
The dismissal led to a tense atmosphere and players from both teams did not shake hands after the match, which Bangladesh won by three wickets and ending Sri Lanka’s slim chances of reaching the semi-finals.
“You need to respect the people who respect us. They have to respect the game as well. All of us, including the umpires, are ambassadors of this beautiful game,” Matthews said after the match on not proceeding with the customary handshake. “
“If you’re not respectful and don’t use common sense what more can you ask for.”
Shakib remained defiant and when asked if he had any regrets about his actions, the star all-rounder said, “Absolutely not”.
“One of our fielders came to me and said, if you appeal, the law says he is out because he has not taken his guard within the time limit,” Shakib said.
“So then I appealed and the umpire asked me whether I would call him back or not. I said ‘I’m not going to call him back.’
He added, “It’s in the law. I don’t know if it’s right or wrong, but you know, I had to make this decision to make sure my team wins, and whatever I have to do, I have to do.” it.”