IND vs AUS: Mohammed Siraj May Face Potential ICC Penalty for Ball-Throwing Incident
New Delhi: Mohammed Siraj’s frustration during his 10th over on Day 1 (IND vs AUS) of the second Test against Australia could land him in trouble. The Indian pacer threw the ball toward Marnus Labuschagne after the Australian batter pulled away from his stance due to a disruption near the sight screen.
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The incident, which occurred during the 25th over of Australia’s innings in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Adelaide Oval, may result in Siraj being penalized for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct. A spectator carrying a long beer snake walked past the sight screen just as Siraj was about to bowl, prompting Labuschagne to step away. Reacting in frustration, Siraj threw the ball at the stumps, missing both the batter and the target. (IND vs AUS)
According to ICC rules, such actions are prohibited under Clause 2.9 of the Code of Conduct, which states that players must not engage in “throwing a ball (or any other item of cricket equipment such as a water bottle) at or near a Player, Player Support Personnel, Umpire, Match Referee, or any other third person in an inappropriate and/or dangerous manner during an International Match.”
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The clause, however, clarifies that throwing the ball in an attempt to return it to the stumps or for a legitimate run-out attempt is permitted. Match officials will assess several factors to determine the severity of the incident, including:
– Whether the action was deliberate, reckless, negligent, or avoidable.
– If the ball made contact with the other person.
– The speed and distance of the throw.
Although the ball did not hit Labuschagne, Siraj’s action might still be deemed reckless or avoidable. The match referee will review the incident and decide whether to charge Siraj with a Level 1 offence, which is the least severe category under ICC rules but still carries potential sanctions.
Earlier in the day, India, after opting to bat first, were bowled out for 180 in their first innings of the pink-ball Test.
