Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Haris Rauf Receive Demerit Points for ICC Code Breaches
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed sanctions against players following breaches of its Code of Conduct during the 2025 Asia Cup matches. Suryakumar Yadav, Haris Rauf, Jasprit Bumrah, and Sahibzada Farhan faced disciplinary actions after incidents in games between India and Pakistan.
Disciplinary Hearings and Outcomes
The ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees conducted hearings related to events in the matches held on September 14, 21, and 28, 2025.
September 14, 2025 – India vs. Pakistan
- Suryakumar Yadav was found guilty of breaching Article 2.21 of the ICC Code of Conduct for conduct damaging to the game's reputation. He was fined 30% of his match fee and received two demerit points.
- Sahibzada Farhan was also guilty of the same violation, issued an official warning, and given one demerit point.
- Haris Rauf received a 30% match fee fine and two demerit points for the same offense.
Haris Rauf's Total Demerit Points
Haris Rauf accumulated four demerit points within 24 months, translating into two suspension points under the ICC disciplinary system.
Other Players
Arshdeep Singh was found not guilty of an alleged breach of Article 2 during the September 21 match between India and Pakistan.
"Haris Rauf’s total of four demerit points within 24 months resulted in two suspension points under the ICC’s disciplinary framework."
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Author’s summary: Several cricketers, including Suryakumar Yadav and Haris Rauf, were disciplined for code violations during the 2025 Asia Cup, with fines and demerit points impacting their standings under ICC regulations.