12 unlucky batters dismissed on 199 in cricket history

11. Faf du Plessis vs Sri Lanka, 2020:

Former South Africa skipper Faf du Plessis scored his career-best 199 against Sri Lanka in Centurion in 2020. du Plessis hammered 24 boundaries in his 276-ball stay, guiding the Proteas to 621 all out and a 225-run first-innings lead. 

The right-handed batter, who had stepped down as captain earlier that year, formed partnerships with Temba Bavuma and Keshav Maharaj. Though he fell one run short of his maiden double-century, dismissed while attempting to go over the top against Wanindu Hasaranga, he played a massive role in the team's innings win. 

12. Angelo Mathews vs Bangladesh, 2022:

Legendary Sri Lankan all-rounder, Angelo Mathews, recorded the feat in Chattogram during the first Test against Bangladesh in May 2022, as he fell short of a double century by just a run. Notably, Mathews holds the rare record of being the only cricketer to be dismissed both on 99 and 199 in Tests.

The right-handed batter anchored Sri Lanka’s innings after skipper Dimuth Karunaratne won the toss and chose to bat. His marathon knock featured 19 fours and a six, guiding the visitors to a total of 397. Alongside him, Dinesh Chandimal and Kusal Mendis contributed handy fifties. His dismissal came off spinner Nayeem Hasan, who claimed six wickets for 105 runs, his best Test figures. The visitors eventually won the game by 10 wickets with Mathews earning the Player of the Match award.