The global body in charge of cricket, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has come out to condemn the actions of Pakistan batter Sidra Amin who took part in a scuffle in the recent series in Bloemfontein. The first ODI against South Africa was conducted on Sunday and Amin was found guilty of having contravened Level 1 of ICC Code of Conduct. This field is granted after an incidence of frustration on field which earns her a disciplinary penalty and an appendix on her disciplinary history.
Why was Sidra Amin reprimanded by the ICC?
The event that caused the disciplinary measure was on the 24 th over of the Pakistani innings. When Sidra Amin was fired, she dropped the bat on the ground with a clear display of frustration and walked out of the crease. This move was a direct breach of Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct on the Support Personnel and the Players. The particular article forbids the abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings in an International Match strictly.
Pakistan batter reprimanded for ICC Code of Conduct breach
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Sidra Amin has been reprimanded for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during the first ODI against South Africa.https://t.co/9g4frSYwQ0
How many demerit points does Sidra Amin have now?
Due to the bat-slamming incident, there is a one-point mark to Amin that has been added to his school discipline report. This is her second violation in a 24-month time span which puts her at a cumulative two demerit points. The first time was on October 5 at the ICC Women Cricket World Cup 2025 when she was awarded a demerit point after carrying out a similar violation against Ind
What happens during a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct?
The minimum punishment that is required under ICC regulations in terms of Level 1 breaches includes an official reprimand, a maximum of 50 percent of the match fee of a player, and 1 or 2 points of a player towards the demerit account. On field umpires Kerrin Klaaste and Nimali Perera, third umpire Lauren Agenbag and fourth umpire Stacy Lackay, charged him in this case. Since Sidra Amin admitted to the crime and the punishment that was offered by match official Shandre Fritz, a hearing was not necessary.
Why was Sidra Amin reprimanded by the ICC?
Sidra Amin was reprimanded for slamming her bat onto the ground in frustration after being dismissed during the first ODI against South Africa. This action violated the ICC’s rule against the abuse of cricket equipment during an international match.
How many demerit points does Sidra Amin have?
Sidra Amin currently has a total of two demerit points on her disciplinary record. She received one point for the recent incident in South Africa and previously received one for a similar offense against India in October 2025.
Did Sidra Amin face a formal hearing for the incident?
No, a formal hearing was not required. Sidra Amin fully accepted the Level 1 offense and agreed to the sanction proposed by Shandrè Fritz of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees.
What is the penalty for a Level 1 ICC Code of Conduct breach?
A Level 1 breach carries a minimum penalty of an official reprimand and a maximum penalty of losing 50 percent of the player’s match fee. Additionally, it results in the addition of one or two demerit points to the player’s record.
