Delhi Capitals’ thrilling win over Rajasthan Royals was overshadowed by a controversy involving the team’s bowling coach, Munaf Patel. He was fined 25% of his match fee for arguing with the fourth umpire during the match.
What happened?
A video showed Munaf Patel visibly upset and loudly discussing something with the umpire. He was seated on the boundary line, with some Delhi players standing nearby, holding drinks. The video sparked a claim that Munaf was frustrated because the umpire wouldn’t let a player enter the field to convey a message.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) released a statement saying Munaf Patel had violated the IPL Code of Conduct. He was fined 25% of his match fee and given one demerit point. Munaf accepted the charge under Article 2.20, which deals with conduct contrary to the spirit of the game. He also accepted the punishment decided by the match referee.
For Level 1 breaches like this, the match referee’s decision is final. The controversy didn’t affect Delhi Capitals’ win, though. They won the match in a super over, thanks to their strong bowling.
Delhi’s winning performance
The Royals needed 9 runs in the last over to win, but Mitchell Starc’s tight bowling restricted them to a tie. In the super over, Starc gave just 11 runs, which Delhi chased down in four balls to seal the win.
- Delhi Capitals won the match against Rajasthan Royals in a super over.
- Munaf Patel was fined for arguing with the umpire.
- Mitchell Starc played a key role in Delhi’s win with his bowling.
The match was a close contest, with both teams giving their best. In the end, Delhi’s bowlers emerged on top.