Afghanistan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi fined for showing dissent: Details here
Afghanistan's fast bowler Fazalhaq Farooqi has been fined 15% of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpire's decision. The incident occurred during the second ODI against Zimbabwe in Harare on Thursday. Farooqi showed his displeasure when his LBW appeal against Craig Ervine was turned down in the fifth over of Zimbabwe's innings. Farooqi bowled well in the match though as Afghanistan secured a mammoth victory to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Farooqi's action breaches ICC Code of Conduct
Farooqi's gesture for a review, even though DRS wasn't available in the match, was considered a breach. This act violated Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel. The article penalizes players for "showing dissent at an umpire's decision during an international match."
Farooqi accepts penalty for code of conduct violation
Along with the fine, Farooqi has also been slapped with one demerit point on his disciplinary record. This is his first offense in a 24-month period. He admitted to the breach and accepted the punishment proposed by Match Referee Andy Pycroft. The penalty was handed by on-field umpires Chris Brown and Percival Sizara, third umpire Langton Rusere, and fourth umpire Iknow Chabi.
Afghanistan secure historic win despite Farooqi's penalty
Despite Farooqi's penalty, Afghanistan registered a historic win in the match. Openers Sediqullah Atal and Abdul Malik laid a solid base with a 191-run partnership, helping Afghanistan set a challenging total of 286/6. Chasing, Zimbabwe fell under pressure and were bundled out for a mere 54 runs. This comprehensive 232-run win was Afghanistan's biggest win in ODI cricket by runs.
50 ODI scalps for Farooqi
Farooqi was sensational for the visitors. He took 2/15 from six overs (2 maidens). Farooqi has now raced to 50 ODI scalps for Afghanistan. He averages 31.78. He is now the 7th Afghan bowler with 50-plus ODI scalps.
