MCC Upholds Agha's Run-Out in Bangladesh-Pakistan ODI

In Dhaka on March 13, 2026, during the second One-Day International between Bangladesh and Pakistan, Pakistan batter Salman Ali Agha was run out in a controversial incident that has sparked debate over the balance between cricket's laws and its spirit. The Marylebone Cricket Club, custodian of the game's rules, confirmed this week that the dismissal was correctly adjudged as out, though it noted the fielding side could have withdrawn the appeal as a gesture of sportsmanship.

The incident unfolded in the 39th over of Pakistan's innings, with Agha on 64 runs off 62 balls and partnering Mohammad Rizwan. Rizwan played a shot back toward bowler Mehidy Hasan Miraz, who moved to field it but collided lightly with Agha at the non-striker's end. As the ball slowed near the crease, Agha stepped out and bent down, apparently intending to pick it up and return it to Miraz, under the impression that play had ended. Before Agha could reach it, Miraz gathered the ball and broke the stumps, with Agha well short of his ground. Umpires upheld the appeal, ruling it a valid run-out.

Agha reacted with visible frustration, throwing his helmet and gloves in anger. The International Cricket Council...