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As the matches of T20 World Cup are progressing, the excitement is increasing. In many high-profile matches, there are also 'fights' on the field. Something similar was seen in the match played between Australia and England. When Australian batsman Matthew Wade clashed with umpire Nitin Menon.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has taken action on Wade's actions. The ICC has reprimanded Matthew Wade for a Level-1 violation of the Code of Conduct. Along with this, a demerit point has also been added to his record. However, this is Wade's first offense in 2 years.
What was the whole incident?
This incident happened during the match played at Kensington Oval on Saturday. It happened in the 18th over of Australia's innings, when Wade was ready to face the ball of England bowler Adil Rashid. As soon as Rashid bowled the ball, Wade looked ready to play the shot, but after getting distracted by the loud music, he changed his mind. He stopped the ball. After this, Wade started demanding the umpire to declare the ball a dot ball. However, the umpire refused to do so. After which a fight broke out between them.
Wade pleaded guilty to the crime
Wade has admitted his guilt. He has accepted the punishment of the Emirates Panel of Match Referees. Thus he did not have to attend a formal hearing. Let us tell you that the rules of the game also include the behavior of the players. There is a provision of 50 percent of the match fee and two demerit points for a Code of Conduct Level-1 offense. If the offense is serious or repeated, the player can be banned.