Controversy on the field and a long list of ICC fines

Indian cricket team’s star player Virat Kohli is once again embroiled in controversies. On the first day of the fourth Test against Australia, there was an on-field clash between Kohli and Australian debutant Sam Constas. The ICC fined Kohli 20% of his match fee for the incident and added one demerit point to his account. This is the first time in five years that Kohli has received a demerit point. Earlier, he was fined during the 2019 ODI World Cup.

Kohli’s controversial conduct on the field is nothing new. Let us know the full story of other controversies and fines of his cricket career.

1. India vs Australia, 2024 (Melbourne Test)

Event:
In the tenth over of the fourth Test, when the players were taking their places on the field, the shoulders of Kohli and Constas collided with each other. After this both the players exchanged a few words while staring at each other. During this, Australian opener Usman Khawaja intervened and pacified both of them.
ICC action:

• Kohli fined 20% of match fee.
• One demerit point added to their account.
• Kohli accepted the punishment given by match referee Andy Pycroft.

2. ODI World Cup, 2019 (Southampton)

Event:
During the match against Afghanistan, Kohli strongly disagreed with the umpire’s decision regarding an LBW appeal.
ICC action:

• Fine 25% of match fee.
• One demerit point added.

3. India vs South Africa, 2018 (Centurion Test)

Event:
In the rain-affected match, Kohli repeatedly complained to the umpires about the moisture in the outfield. He showed his disagreement by expressing his displeasure at the condition of the ball.
ICC action:

• Fine 25% of match fee.
• One demerit point.

4. Asia Cup, 2016 (India vs Pakistan)

Event:
In a match against Pakistan, Kohli violated the ICC Code of Conduct and conducted unsportsmanlike conduct.
ICC action:

• Fine 30% of match fee.

5. Adelaide Test, 2014 (India vs Australia)

Event:
After David Warner was out on a no-ball, there was a heated argument between Kohli, Dhawan and Warner on the field.
ICC action:

• Kohli and Dhawan fined 30% of match fee.
• 15% fine on Warner.

6. Sydney Test, 2012 (India vs Australia)

Event:
Kohli showed the middle finger to a group of spectators. Later he clarified that the audience had abused his family.
ICC action:

• Fine 50% of match fee.

7. Against New Zealand, 2010

Event:
In the match against New Zealand, Kohli expressed disagreement with the umpire’s decision.
ICC action:

• Fine of 15% of match fee.