It was a sight that left the cricketing world stunned - Adam Gilchrist walking back after umpire Rudi Koertzen had negated Sri Lanka's Aravinda de Silva's appeal for a caught-behind verdict during the 2003 World Cup semi-final at Port Elizabeth.

Contrary to the image of the Australians walking only when their cars run out of petrol, Gilchrist's gesture came as a surprise. It also won many hearts. With Sri Lanka looking to make their first final since their successful one in the 1996 World Cup, Gilchrist, with 329 runs in the tournament, was a prized Australian wicket.