Kamal Ghorui
An unusual and controversial run-out involving Salman Ali Agha during the second ODI between Bangladesh national cricket team and Pakistan national cricket team in Dhaka has sparked intense discussion on social media, with many fans debating the spirit of cricket surrounding the dismissal.Pakistan are currently touring Bangladesh for a three-match ODI series, with the hosts already leading the series after winning the opening match. However, the second ODI witnessed a dramatic moment that quickly went viral online.
Controversial moment during the 39th over
The incident took place in the 39th over of Pakistan’s innings when a mix-up and quick thinking from Bangladesh skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz resulted in Agha’s dismissal.Mohammad Rizwan nudged the ball to the right of the bowler, where Mehidy moved across to stop it with his boot. At that moment, Agha was standing out of his crease and the two players collided slightly as the ball trickled to a halt near their feet.Believing the ball was effectively dead, Agha bent down to pick it up and return it to the bowler. However, Mehidy reacted quickly, grabbed the ball and underarmed it onto the stumps, catching Agha outside his crease.The on-field umpire, Tanvir Ahmed, referred the decision to the third umpire.After reviewing the footage, the third umpire ruled that the ball was still in play, meaning Mehidy’s action was completely within the laws of the game. Agha was therefore given out.The dismissal led to heated exchanges between Agha and Mehidy, while Bangladesh wicketkeeper Litton Das also appeared involved in the discussion before players stepped in to calm the situation.Agha departed after a well-made 64 off 62 balls, including seven fours and two sixes.
Pakistan collapse after strong start
Pakistan’s innings eventually ended before the 50-over mark despite a dominant start earlier in the game. Young opener Maaz Sadaqat set the tone for Pakistan with an explosive knock, reaching his half-century in just 31 balls while taking on Bangladesh’s pace attack.Pakistan raced to a 100-plus opening partnership, providing the perfect platform for a big total. Later, another century stand between Rizwan and Agha put Pakistan firmly in control. However, the controversial run-out of Agha proved to be a turning point.After his dismissal, Pakistan’s innings collapsed dramatically as they lost their final seven wickets for just 43 runs as they were bowled out for 273.
