In the second ODI match between Bangladesh cricket team and New Zealand cricket team in Mirpur on Saturday, Tamim Iqbal, the Bangladesh batsman, expressed his views on the controversial decision to recall Ish Sodhi after he was run out at the non-striker’s end.
According to Tamim, the reconsideration of this dismissal raises questions about whether such actions should be permitted in the game. He emphasized that cricketing rules dictate that this mode of dismissal is indeed valid and legal and the team is not obliged to recall the batter.
The incident unfolded during the 46th over of New Zealand’s innings when Hasan Mahmud removed the bails while Sodhi was found to be out of his crease while backing up. However, Litton Das, the stand-in captain for Bangladesh, promptly engaged with the umpires and opted to retract the dismissal decision for Sodhi.
During the post-match press conference, Tamim emphasized that the form of dismissal in question is well within the legal boundaries of cricket, and he does not find fault with it. The 34-year-old player highlighted that discussions will take place moving forward to establish a consensus on this matter.
“I don’t see anything wrong in it. The rule is there. If we get someone out, or one of us gets out in that manner, I don’t think we should react the way people are reacting nowadays. I think it is a team decision,” Iqbal was quoted as saying by ESPNcricinfo.
“If it is a team decision that we will take wickets in this way, we will. If we don’t want to take it, we will not try it. I don’t think it looks good to bring back a batter after getting him out. Either we take it, or we don’t do it,” said Iqbal.
Tamim also emphasized that some responsibility falls on Sodhi himself not to leave the crease prematurely, and he didn’t see the necessity to give the 30-year-old a warning. Nevertheless, the former captain expressed his desire for clearer guidelines in such situations going forward.
Sodhi, who warmly embraced Mahmud for his sportsmanship, showcased his skills by hitting three impressive sixes during his 39-ball innings, contributing 35 runs. His performance played a pivotal role in propelling New Zealand to a winning total of 254.
Additionally, the leg-spinner delivered a remarkable bowling performance, recording his best ODI figures of 10 overs, 1 maiden, 39 runs conceded, and taking 6 crucial wickets, ultimately securing an impressive 86-run victory for the tourists.
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