The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined India's T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav 30% of his match fee. However, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is challenging this decision. During the Asia Cup 2025, Suryakumar dedicated India's victory against Pakistan to the victims of the Pahalgam attack and the Indian Army. The Indian military executed ‘Operation Sindoor’ which significantly dismantled terror infrastructure in Pakistan.
Breaking: ICC Takes Action Against PAK Player Haris Rauf, Deduces Match Fee, Criticizes ‘Gun Celebration’ by Farhan
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) criticized Yadav's remarks as politically motivated and lodged a complaint with the ICC. However, the Indian captain issued these comments with fans' emotions in mind. The Pakistan team deliberately spread misinformation regarding the statements. Additionally, PCB complained about Yadav not engaging in a handshake, accusing him of poor sportsmanship, although ICC’s rule book doesn’t mandate handshakes.
Suryakumar Yadav presented himself before ICC match referee Richie Richardson on 25th September (Thursday). The official hearing led to ICC dismissing Surya’s defense. He maintained innocence throughout. The hearing was a result of PCB's allegations that Yadav’s comments intertwined political hints regarding Indo-Pak military tensions.
Sanctions Imposed on Pakistani Players Too
Prior disciplinary action by ICC involved Pakistani cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan. Haris Rauf was fined 30% of his match fee, while Sahibzada Farhan was reprimanded. Rauf made objectionable gestures against India during the Super-Four encounter and clashed with Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill. Meanwhile, Farhan’s ‘gun celebration’ incited Indian players.
Asia Cup 2025 has captured headlines not just for the India-Pakistan clashes but for related controversies and disciplinary actions. The two teams are gearing up for their third encounter in the tournament, a high-stakes match on September 28 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
