Mathews in World Cup ‘timed out’ controversy as Sri Lanka make 279

NEW DELHI – Sri Lanka batsman Angelo Mathews became the first player to be given “timed out” in the history of international cricket on Monday in a World Cup clash against Bangladesh.

The controversy overshadowed Charith Asalanka’s fine 108 as Sri Lanka made 279 in a game they need to win to maintain their slim hopes of squeezing into the semi-finals.

Mathews had come into bat…