ICC suspends Pakistan’s Haris Rauf, fines Suryakumar Yadav for Asia Cup row

ICC Suspends Haris Rauf and Fines Suryakumar Yadav for Asia Cup Incidents

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the results of disciplinary hearings related to the intense India vs Pakistan matches during the Asia Cup. Pakistan's Haris Rauf received a two-game suspension, while India's Suryakumar Yadav was fined 30% of his match fees and handed two demerit points.

Details of the Disciplinary Actions

Haris Rauf was penalized for multiple provocative gestures during the Asia Cup encounters.
Suryakumar Yadav received punishment for politically charged remarks, including refusing to shake hands with Pakistani players.
The hearings were conducted by the ICC's Elite Panel of Match Referees, focusing on incidents from matches on September 14, 21, and 28.

Specific Code Breaches and Warnings

Suryakumar was found guilty of violating Article 2.21 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which pertains to actions that tarnish the reputation of the game.

"Suryakumar was found guilty of a breach of Article 2.21 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which relates to conduct that brings the game into disrepute."

Similarly, Sahibzada Farhan received an official warning and one demerit point for his gun celebration after scoring a fifty against India during the Super 4 match in Dubai.

Arshdeep Singh was cleared of any breaches regarding his post-match gesture following India’s Super 4 win, despite the incident gaining viral attention.

### Author's Summary

This disciplinary ruling reflects the ICC's commitment to maintaining sportsmanship, penalizing unsportsmanlike conduct during high-tension matches between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup.

India Today — 2025-11-05

ICC Suspends Haris Rauf and Fines Suryakumar Yadav for Asia Cup Incidents

Details of the Disciplinary Actions

Specific Code Breaches and Warnings

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