India’s cricketer, Mohammed Siraj, has been penalized for an animated send-off to England’s Ben Duckett during the third Test at Lord’s. The incident took place on day four when Siraj dismissed Duckett and celebrated vigorously, resulting in a confrontation. The International Cricket Council (ICC) imposed a 15 percent fine on Siraj and issued a demerit point for breaching their code of conduct.
This isn’t the first time Siraj has faced disciplinary action, as he previously received a demerit point for an incident with Australia’s Travis Head in December 2024. Accumulating four demerit points within 24 months could lead to a ban for a player.
The competitive nature of the series was further highlighted by England’s batting coach, Marcus Trescothick, acknowledging the intensity of the game and the passion of both teams. He emphasized the fine line that players must navigate in such high-stakes encounters.
Additionally, tensions escalated during the match, with India expressing frustration over perceived time-wasting tactics by England’s Zak Crawley. The match witnessed heated exchanges between players, showcasing the intense competition between the two sides.
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