Pakistan batsman Babar Azam has been fined 10% of his match fee by the International Cricket Council (ICC) and given one demerit point for violating the Level 1 ICC Code of Conduct. He was penalized for tapping the stumps with his bat after being dismissed in the third ODI against Sri Lanka on November 16, during which he scored 34 runs and was bowled by Jeffrey Vandersay.
Babar hit the stumps after being dismissed on the third ball of the 21st over of Pakistan's innings, an act driven by frustration over his shot. This incident breached Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which prohibits disrespecting cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment, or anything used during an international match. The player accepted the offense and sanction, removing the need for an official hearing.
According to ICC guidelines, Level-1 and Level-2 violations attract 1 to 2 demerit points and a deduction of 0 to 50 percent of the match fee, while Level-3 offenses can lead to a suspension spanning 6 Tests and 12 ODIs.
- Context: The incident occurred during a ODI between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
- Penalty: 10% of match fee plus one demerit point.
- Rule reference: ICC Code of Conduct Article 2.2.
Summary: The ICC disciplined Babar Azam for a misconduct infraction during a match, reinforcing that equipment and ground apparatus must be respected at all times.
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