Sri Lankan batsman Dinesh Chandimal was forced to retire hurt after being struck on the thumb by a fierce 149 km/h delivery from England’s Mark Wood.
The incident occurred as Chandimal attempted to fend off the short-pitched ball, but it caught him flush on the thumb, causing immediate pain.
Chandimal, visibly in discomfort, was taken off the field and has been sent to the hospital for a scan to assess the extent of the injury.
His absence could be a significant blow for Sri Lanka as they look to stabilize their innings against a strong England bowling attack.
Further updates on his condition are awaited.
(newswire.lk)
(This story, originally published by newswire.lk has not been edited by SLM staff)
