Angelo Mathews sustains hand injury during Sri Lanka-New Zealand Test
Sri Lankan all-rounder Angelo Mathews copped a blow on Day 1 of the ongoing Test match against New Zealand in Galle. The incident occurred during the 22nd over when a delivery from William O'Rourke struck his right index finger. Despite immediate medical attention, Mathews decided to retire hurt after one more over due to persistent discomfort. Here are further details.
A minor swelling; no fracture detected
Following the incident, Mathews was medically evaluated and found to have a minor swelling in his right index finger. Fortunately, no fracture was detected. This assessment suggests that he might be fit to bat again in the ongoing game. The injury occurred shortly after Sri Lanka lost openers Dimuth Karunaratne and Pathum Nissanka.
Mathews's performance before retiring hurt
Before retiring hurt, Mathews had faced 55 deliveries and scored an unbeaten 12 runs. His departure left Dinesh Chandimal to carry on the innings with his score of 30*. The hosts were at a score of 88/2 when lunch was called on Day 1.
SLC's update on Mathews
Mathews dismissed by O'Rourke after returning to bat
Mathews came out to bat post lunch. The experienced Lankan batter took his due time before being dismissed by O'Rourke in the 56th over. Mathews eventully departed for a 36-ball 116, a knock that had 3 fours.
