Published: June 4, 2026 โข 9:53 PM IST ยท Updated: June 5, 2026 โข 12:41 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Ritshi Choden's dismissal Bhutan cricketer Ritshi Choden made history for an unfortunate reason after becoming the first woman batter to be timed out in international cricket.
The incident happened during Bhutan's run chase against Nepal in the ACC Premier Cup in Malaysia.After opener Ngawang Choden was dismissed on the very first ball, Ritshi Choden took more than 90 seconds to reach the crease.
Under cricket rules, batters must be ready within that time limit.Nepal appealed, and the umpires upheld the decision.
Choden, who arrived carrying her helmet and gloves, spoke briefly with the umpire before being informed she was out.
She left the field without protesting, leaving Bhutan at 0 for 2 after just one delivery.Although the dismissal was within the rules, Nepal's cricket board later apologised, saying it did not match the values they want to promote."The incident involving the timed-out dismissal of a Bhutanese batter during today's match...