Pakistan Fined for Slow Over-Rate in Sri Lanka Match
Pakistan’s cricket team faced a financial penalty after their slow over-rate during the recent ODI against Sri Lanka. The match took place in Rawalpindi on Tuesday.
Details of the Fine
The International Cricket Council (ICC) imposed a fine of 20 percent of the players’ match fees. This decision came from Ali Naqvi, a member of the Emirates ICC Panel of Match Referees.
Match Overview
During the first ODI, the Pakistani side, led by Shaheen Afridi, fell short by four overs, even after accounting for time allowances.
ICC Code of Conduct
The sanction was enforced under Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct. This article addresses penalties associated with minimum over-rate offences. According to the rules, teams are penalized five percent of their match fee for each over not completed in the designated time.
- Match date: Tuesday
- Location: Rawalpindi
- Penalty imposed: 20 percent of match fee
- Overs short: 4 overs
- Captain: Shaheen Afridi
This fine highlights the importance of maintaining an appropriate over-rate in international cricket. Teams are urged to adhere to the guidelines to avoid similar penalties in future matches.
