Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Bangladesh's vice-captain, suggested appealing for Angelo Mathews' timed out dismissal during the 2023 World Cup, a first in cricket history. Shanto neither confirmed nor denied giving the advice when questioned. The controversial dismissal stirred global debate.
During an interview with Prothom Alo's sports editor Utpal Shuvro, Shanto described the incident but did not directly admit to advising the appeal. He emphasized the importance of utilizing all available rules to gain an advantage.
The dismissal faced criticism for lacking cricketing spirit. However, Shanto defended the decision, arguing that if a rule exists and is not unfair, it should be used.
