R Ashwin’s temper flared up in a Tamil Nadu Premier League match. He got into an argument with the umpire after being given out lbw. Ashwin was so angry that he slammed his bat into his pads and tossed his gloves over the boundary.
The incident happened during a match between Dindigul Dragons and Karaikudi Kaalai. Ashwin, the captain of Dindigul Dragons, was not happy with the umpire’s decision. He walked up to the female umpire and started arguing. When the umpire didn’t budge, Ashwin lost his cool.
Consequences of Ashwin’s actions
Ashwin was found guilty of breaching the code of conduct. He was fined 30% of his match fee. The match referee, Arjun Kripal Singh, imposed the penalty. Ashwin was punished for showing dissent to the umpire and misusing cricket equipment.
The hearing took place after the match. Ashwin admitted to his mistake. The penalty was broken down into two parts: 10% for showing dissent and 20% for misusing equipment.
Reaction on social media
A tweet from a user named Jahazi criticized Ashwin’s behavior. The user found Ashwin’s personality mysterious, saying he sometimes acts like a cricket professor and other times throws tantrums like a kid.
The match was the fifth game of the Tamil Nadu Premier League. Dindigul Dragons, led by Ashwin, were bowled out for 93 runs. Karaikudi Kaalai chased down the target in 11.5 overs, winning the match easily.
- Ashwin was fined 30% of his match fee.
- He was found guilty of breaching the code of conduct.
- The incident happened during a match between Dindigul Dragons and Karaikudi Kaalai.