Salman Ali Agha has faced the International Cricket Council (ICC) penalty for Code of Conduct violation.
Agha was found to have breached Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to “abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during an International Match”, said ICC.
In the 39th over of Pakistan’s innings, when Bangladesh skipper Miraz bowled a flatter delivery, which Mohammad Rizwan nudged back.
The ball spun and rolled directly towards Salman Agha, who was stationed at the non-striker’s end. The Pakistan all-rounder initially attempted to dodge the ball, which, however, was intercepted by Miraz through his right foot.
As the ball came to a stop, Agha bowed down to hand it back to Miraz, who instead seized the opportunity, collected it and swiftly broke the stumps, leaving Agha stranded and run out.
Miraz’s move did not sit well with Pakistan’s T20I captain, who later displayed his frustration by throwing his gloves and helmet into the ground as he made his way back to the pavilion.
Salman Ali Agha admitted the offence and accepted the penalty, eliminating the need for a formal hearing.
As per the ICC rules, Level 1 breaches carry a minimum sanction of an official reprimand, a maximum fine of 50 per cent of a match fee, and one or two demerit points.
