WATCH: Maheesh Theekshana takes a complete blinder to dismiss Shakib Al Hasan in SL vs BAN match | T20 World Cup 2024

Sri Lanka‘s Mahesh Theekshana he took out a strange object from a third person to destroy it Bangladesh‘s Shakib Al Hasanduring the conflict Group D e T20 World Cup 2024 at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas.

Bangladesh chase

Bangladesh were cruising in their runs Hridoy asked it continued Wanindu Hasaranga, accelerates the result. Despite losing Hridoy and facing a few tough overs, Bangladesh continued to lead the way with the experienced. Shakib Al Hasan again Mahmudullah axis. Standing at 108/5 after 16 overs, Bangladesh looked on course to chase down 125 runs.

Time is important

Matheesha Pathirana he was delivered by the toss of the 17th over. In his second delivery, Pathirana bowled a short ball towards Shakib, who attempted to steer it over third man with a clipped shot. Placed at third man, Theekshana anticipated the route well. As the ball was heading towards him, he ran in and caught it, putting his fingers under the ball at the right moment. This performance brought Shakib back to the pavilion, having scored eight runs for 14 runs.

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The effect of Theekshana’s hold

Theekshana’s brilliant fielding effort injected new life into the Sri Lankan side. His catch sparked a string of wickets that put Bangladesh under a lot of pressure. Following Shakib’s dismissal, the Sri Lankan bowlers, led by him Nuwan Thusharahe used momentum and went for quick wickets, causing a dramatic collapse in Bangladesh’s batting line-up.

Bangladesh’s small escape

Despite a valiant effort by Sri Lanka, Bangladesh managed to get through. Mahmudullah’s batting in the final overs guided Bangladesh to victory by an over and two wickets. However, Sri Lanka’s comeback, highlighted by Theekshana’s extraordinary strike, ensured that the match remained a thrilling affair until the end.

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