Asia Cup: Haris Rauf Penalised Without Prior Notice, Claims Pakistani Media
Fast bowler Haris Rauf was reportedly assigned demerit points during the Asia Cup without being informed ahead of time, raising concerns about the transparency and fairness of the ICC's disciplinary process.
Dispute over ICC Disciplinary Procedure
Pakistani media sources, including Geo Super, state that Rauf was told his penalty could be reduced if he admitted to breaching the ICC Code of Conduct. After he declined, he was fined 30% of his match fee. However, the demerit points were allegedly not mentioned during the hearing and were added later without notifying Rauf or the Pakistan team management.
"Rauf was told that his penalty would be reduced if he accepted the offence. When he refused, he was fined 30 per cent of his match fee."
ICC Sanctions Following India-Pakistan Matches
The ICC imposed several sanctions on Tuesday related to incidents that occurred during the Asia Cup matches between India and Pakistan on 14, 21, and 28 September. These matches were the first between the teams since heightened tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack and ensuing hostilities.
The encounters included handshake refusals and provocative gestures, reflecting the ongoing tensions between the sides. Rauf was fined 30% of his match fee and given two demerit points for his conduct on 14 September.
In the final on 28 September, following a hearing by ICC Match Referee Richie Richardson, Rauf was fined another 30% of his match fee and handed two additional demerit points, bringing his total to four. This accumulation triggered a two-match suspension.
"He was again fined 30 per cent and handed two more demerit points, taking his total to four and triggering a two-match suspension."
Background of Rising Tensions
- The Asia Cup matches marked the first encounter between India and Pakistan since the Pahalgam terror attack.
- Cross-border hostilities contributed to a tense atmosphere during the matches.
- Tensions spilled onto the field, evident in non-verbal refusals and provocative behavior.
Author's summary: The controversy over Haris Rauf's unannounced demerit points highlights concerns about ICC disciplinary transparency amid heightened India-Pakistan cricket tensions.
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