Mirpur, March 15: Pakistani batsman Salman Agha received an official reprimand from the International Cricket Council (ICC) after violating the code of conduct during the second ODI against Bangladesh in Dhaka on Friday. Along with the reprimand, a demerit point has been added to his disciplinary record.
The incident occurred during the 39th over of Pakistan’s innings. Agha had partnered with Mohammad Rizwan to score 109 runs for the fourth wicket. However, on the fourth ball of the over, Rizwan played a gentle push off a delivery from Bangladesh captain Mehidy Hasan Miraz. The ball rolled towards Agha, who was standing outside his crease at the non-striker’s end. As the ball hit his pads, Agha bent down, picked it up, and returned it. Miraz quickly seized the ball and appealed for a run-out while Agha was still outside his crease.
The on-field umpires upheld the appeal and referred the decision to the third umpire. The third umpire confirmed the decision in favor of Bangladesh, leading to Agha’s dismissal. In frustration, Agha threw his gloves and helmet onto the ground, prompting the ICC to take action against him.
In a statement released by the ICC on Saturday, it was noted, “Agha was found in violation of Article 2.2 of the ICC’s ‘Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel.’ This article pertains to the misuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment, or fixtures and fittings during an international match. Additionally, a demerit point has been added to Agha’s disciplinary record. This is his first offense in the past 24 months.”
The ICC further stated, “Agha accepted his mistake and agreed to the penalty suggested by Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referee Niyamur Rashid Rahul, thus eliminating the need for a formal hearing. The on-field umpires Adrian Holdstock and Tanveer Ahmed, along with third umpire Kumar Dharmasena and fourth umpire Masudur Rahman Mukul, were responsible for the charges.”
For a Level 1 violation, the penalties can range from an official reprimand to a fine of up to 50% of the player’s match fee, along with one or two demerit points.
In the match played on March 13, the Pakistani team was bowled out for 274 runs in 47.3 overs. In response, the Bangladeshi team collapsed for 114 runs in just 23.3 overs, giving Pakistan a victory by 128 runs under the Duckworth-Lewis rule.
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