Indian pacer Mukesh Kumar has been fined 10% of his match fee for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during a recent match. The violation falls under Level 1, Article 2.2, related to provoking a batter after dismissal. Kumar accepted the charge, receiving one demerit point. This marks his first offense in international cricket.
In recent events, Indian fast bowler Mukesh Kumar has been fined for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the latest IPL fixture. The incident occurred during the high-tension match between Delhi Capital and Mumbai Indians, where Mukesh Kumar's actions on the field were deemed to be against the spirit of the game.
According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), Mukesh Kumar was found guilty of a Level 1 offence under Article 2.2, which relates to using (Abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during a Match) that can provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon their dismissal. As a result, he has been fined 10% of his match fee, and one demerit point has been added to his disciplinary record.
The breach occurred during the MI vs DC IPL Match, where emotions ran high and competitive spirit peaked. While Mukesh Kumar has accepted the sanction proposed by the match referee, there was not a formal hearing for this. The incident has sparked a range of reactions from fans and cricket experts alike.
Stay tuned for more updates on this story as it develops.
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