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Headline: India’s Harshit Rana Reprimanded for On-Field Conduct in ODI Against South Africa
Ranchi, India – Indian fast bowler Harshit Rana has been officially reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for breaching its Code of Conduct during the first One Day International (ODI) against South Africa in Ranchi on Sunday.
Rana was found to have violated Article 2.5 of the ICC’s Code, which pertains to using language, actions, or gestures that could disparage a batter or provoke an aggressive reaction upon their dismissal.
The incident occurred in the 22nd over of South Africa’s innings after Rana dismissed Dewald Brevis. The ICC determined that Rana’s gesture toward the dressing room after taking Brevis’s wicket could have been interpreted as provocative.
In addition to the reprimand, Rana has received one demerit point on his disciplinary record. This is his first offense within the last 24 months. Accumulation of demerit points can lead to suspensions.
Rana admitted to the offense and accepted the sanction proposed by Match Referee Richie Richardson, eliminating the need for a formal hearing. The charge was brought by on-field umpires Jayaraman Madanagopal and Sam Nogajski, along with third umpire Rod Tucker and fourth umpire Rohan Pandit.
Level 1 breaches of the ICC Code of Conduct carry penalties ranging from an official reprimand to a maximum fine of 50% of the player’s match fee, along with one or two demerit points. Four or more demerit points within a 24-month period can result in a suspension from international matches.
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