BAN vs SL Highlights: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Match Abandoned Due To Rain
2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka: The World Cup match between Bangladesh and the Sri Lanka was abandoned after persistent heavy rain in Bristol, with both sides earning a point each.
- Samarth Srivastava
- Updated:June 11, 2019 07:12 PM IST
The World Cup 2019 match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka was abandoned after persistent rain at Bristol County Ground in Bristol on Tuesday, with both sides earning a point each. Sri Lanka now have have 4 points from their 4 outings while Bangladesh have 3 points from 4 games.The match was called off without a single ball being bowled. Interestingly, 2019 has become the World Cup with the most number of abandoned games, thanks to the three call-offs in a week. Earlier on Monday, a match between South Africa and West Indies was rained off and teams shared a point each. Calling rain-affected tournaments as being difficult for teams, Sri Lanka skipper Dimuth Karunaratne said it was a bad time for his team after back-to-back washouts for the Lankans. Bangladesh skipper Mashrafe Mortaza, terming the scenario disappointing and frustrating, said that they do not have any option but to play hard. (SCORECARD)
World Cup 2019 Match Highlights Between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, Straight from Bristol, London
- 19:02 (IST)ta ta!!And the dull day, with rain updates only, comes to an end and we are signing off. Take care and do join us tomorrow for the live updates of a high-octane Australia vs Pakistan match.
- 18:36 (IST)Another match abandoned!So, the match between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka has been officially abandoned, thanks to the rain gods. Both teams share one point each.
Unfortunately, Bangladesh's #CWC19 fixture against Sri Lanka has been called off due to the inclement weather.
— Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 11, 2019
The points have been shared. pic.twitter.com/GHqKa0Hm48 - 18:13 (IST)Rain gets heavier again!And again, rain is getting heavier. Little chance of a game from here. However, no official confirmation has been made.
- 18:07 (IST)Slight drizzle now!So, the intensity of the rain has come down, but it is still good enough to keep umbrellas up.
- 17:43 (IST)Bangladesh bowling coach has something to say, check!Amid persistent drizzle in Bristol, here is a freewheeling chat between ICC and West Indies legend and Bangladesh bowling coach Courtney A Walsh. Check what he is up to!
"I try to make sure that the guys are comfortable and relaxed"
— Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 11, 2019
@meljones_33 talks to @CuddyWalsh, Bangladesh's all-in-one man. pic.twitter.com/bEP9YlbQTB - 17:36 (IST)Here comes Dada's weather forecast!Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has some rain updates all the way from Bristol.
Lot of rain in Bristol now .. looks like a wash out again @bcci pic.twitter.com/PABkLBqvT1
— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) June 11, 2019 - 17:26 (IST)Ground waterlogged!The ground is waterlogged with rain gods showing no mercy to the cricket fans. Groundsmen need to do a lot of drying work even if rain stops. Notably, the cutoff time is 8:45pm.
- 16:53 (IST)Inspection postponed!It seems weather gods are in no mood of any game play as inspection has been postponed owing to continuous downpour.
More drizzle means this inspection has been postponed #CWC19
— Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 11, 2019 - 16:34 (IST)Hold that thought!It's raining AGAIN! This is frustrating for us but imagine how it is for the fans in the stadium and the players.
- 16:28 (IST)Good news!Rain FOR NOW at least has stopped but still a lot of water on the ground. Scheduled inspection still at 4:45pm (IST) -- fingers crossed!
- 16:26 (IST)Dhols on full blast at BristolRain or no rain, some people just know how to keep the fun going
The wet weather in Bristol hasn't dampened these drummers' spirits - or their rhythm! #CWC19 pic.twitter.com/rqUWkWYfhO
— Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 11, 2019 - 16:17 (IST)Latest update from BristolHere is the latest from Bristol
Latest news from Bristol: There will be another inspection in 45 minutes
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- 16:00 (IST)Next inspection at 4:45pmThe next inspection is scheduled for 4:45pm, thanks to the continuous downpour.
- 15:12 (IST)Scheduled inspection postponed!The scheduled inspection has been postponed as drizzling returns again.
The scheduled inspection has been postponed as the rain has unfortunately returned pic.twitter.com/s2wWcfekFB
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- 14:37 (IST)Covers are coming off!
We've got good news and bad news
— Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 11, 2019
The toss at Bristol has been delayed due to rain, but the covers are being peeled off, and an inspection is due at 10:30am.
Here's hoping the weather stays true! #CWC19
Stay tuned for #BANvSL updates https://t.co/72NKcaGxQL pic.twitter.com/jMR0L4vgGv - 14:20 (IST)Toss delayed due to rain!The toss won't be happening on time thanks to the rain here in Bristol.
- 14:14 (IST)Hello and welcomeHello and welcome to live commentary of the match number 16 of World Cup 2019 between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.