Explained/ What is the 'Timed Out' rule? The mode of dismissal that sent Angelo Mathews back during BAN vs SL

In a twisted turn of events during the ICC ODI World Cup, Sri Lanka's Angelo Mathews bizarrely lost his wicket as he did not even face a single ball. It was a gain for Bangladesh, who saw the opportunity and took it to their advantage. It was an upsetting moment for the Sri Lankan side as Mathews was one of their big draws in the game. But how did Angelo lose his wicket without even facing a single ball?

Three things you need to know

• Bangladesh won the toss and chose to field
• A bizarre moment takes place in the BAN vs SL match involving Angelo Mathews
• Shakib's appeal left Mathews bewildered as he had to depart from the match after he got timed out 

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What is the Timed Out rule that dismissed Angelo Mathews?

As per the MCC rules, the Timed Out rule 40.1.1 states,

After the fall of a wicket or the retirement of a batter, the incoming batter must, unless Time has been called, be ready to receive the ball, or for the other batter to be ready to receive the next ball within 3 minutes of the dismissal or retirement. If this requirement is not met, the incoming batter will be out, Timed out.

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In another circumstance, rule 40.1.2 states,

In the event of an extended delay in which no batter comes to the wicket, the umpires shall adopt the procedure of Law 16.3 (Umpires awarding a match). For the purposes of that Law, the start of the action shall be taken as the expiry of the 3 minutes referred to above.

However, the bowler will not get the cricket of the fallen wicket.

What happened with Angelo Mathews?

Angelo Mathews was left livid after he was given out by the on-field umpire after a timed-out attempt was made by Bangladesh. Interestingly, Mathews came down to the crease but had the wrong helmet with him. 

Matthews attempted to defend his case to Shakib as the Sri Lankan batter objected about being late for the first ball due to a helmet issue. Shakib, on the other hand, opposed dropping the appeal, and Mathews was given his departure instructions.