Harmanpreet Kaur Fined for Dissent During WPL Match
Mumbai Indians’ captain Harmanpreet Kaur has been fined 10% of her match fee for expressing dissent regarding an umpire’s slow over-rate ruling during a recent match against UP Warriorz at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. This incident highlights the high-pressure environment of competitive cricket, where emotions can run high and decisions are critically scrutinized.
Incident Overview
The incident occurred when umpire Ajitesh Argal informed Harmanpreet that due to a slow over-rate, only three fielders were allowed outside the circle for the final over of UP Warriorz’s innings. Harmanpreet, visibly upset, engaged in a brief discussion with the umpire, alongside her teammate Amelia Kerr.
The situation escalated when UP Warriorz player Sophie Ecclestone, positioned at the non-striker’s end, approached the umpire to voice her concerns. Harmanpreet responded assertively, urging Ecclestone to refrain from participating in the discussion. The confrontation required intervention from square-leg official N. Janani and UP Warriorz captain Deepti Sharma, who helped to diffuse the tension.
Code of Conduct Violation
According to the Women’s Premier League (WPL) press release, Harmanpreet Kaur admitted to the Level 1 offence under Article 2.8, which pertains to showing dissent at an umpire’s decision. The match referee’s ruling on Level 1 breaches is final and binding, leading to the fine imposed on the Mumbai Indians captain.
Despite the on-field drama, the match concluded with UP Warriorz scoring 150 for 9, a target successfully chased down by Mumbai Indians in just 18.3 overs.
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