Pakistan Star Khushdil Shah Handed Massive Fine By ICC, Gets Three Demerit Points
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Pakistan Star Khushdil Shah Handed Massive Fine By ICC, Gets Three Demerit Points
Pakistan Star Khushdil Shah Handed Massive Fine By ICC, Gets Three Demerit Points
Khushdil was found in violation of Article 2.12 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to “inappropriate physical contact with a Player, Player Support Personnel, Umpire, Match Referee or any other person (including a spectator during an International Match).” The incident happened during the 8th over of Pakistan’s innings when Khushdil barged into the back of bowler Zakary Foulkes. The act was classified as ‘inappropriate physical contact with a high degree of force’ and was deemed ‘reckless, negligent and avoidable.’The incident occurred during the first T20I between New Zealand and Pakistan in Christchurch on Sunday, 16 March. Pakistan all-rounder Khushdil Shah has been penalised 50% of his match fee for a Level 2 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct.
