Australia vs Sri Lanka 2019: I Wish Dimuth Karunaratne All The Best - Pat Cummins

Yet again, cricket has witnessed one of the bizarre set of things. The opening batsman of Sri Lanka received a nasty blow on the field to be stretchered off the field. However, the reports suggest that he is out of danger. Meanwhile, the bowler, Pat Cummins, who bowled the bouncer has expressed that he is a relieved man after knowing the situation.

It was in the 31st over of the match when Aussie speedster Pat Cummins came in running to deliver the 4th ball of the over. Cummins came from around the stumps and the short-pitched delivery went to hit the back of Karunaratne’s helmet. Immediately, Dimuth was down into the ground.

It’s never a nice feeling seeing someone go down like that – Pat Cummins

The fast bowler Pat Cummins quoted that he is scared after seeing Dimuth Karunaratne going down. However, after seeing Karunaratne moving his hands, Cummins was a bit relieved man. Speaking of the same, Cummins added that it is never a good thing to witness such stuff on the field.

Further, he went on to add hoping that southpaw of Sri Lanka would be Okay, as quickly as possible. He wished Karunaratne all the best to recover quickly from any injuries.

“It’s never a nice feeling seeing someone go down like that,” Cummins told the host broadcaster after the end of the day’s play. “The good thing was he looked like he was moving his hands and the physio said he seemed all right when he left.

“I wish him all the best and hopefully he’s doing all right. You never like seeing that. It’s just one of those things that happen in cricket. Whether it’s your teammate, another teammate, you just hope they’re OK,” he added.

All of us were bit shocked – Kurtis Patterson

Meanwhile, the centurion Kurtis Patterson also expressed his shock for the blow received by the left-handed batsman. He hopes that Karunaratne will soon get well to play the game again.

“All of us were in a little bit of shock but I think everyone’s okay which is good. Hoping he’s okay to bat again tomorrow,” Patterson added.

All in all, it was one of those bad days for Dimuth Karunaratne. He has been the consistent performer for the team over the years, especially, in Test format. It is yet to know whether he can take part in the next three days of the Test match.