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KKR's Angkrish Raghuvanshi Fined for Code of Conduct Breach in IPL 2026

KKR's Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been fined 20% of his match fee and handed one demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct. The incident occurred during match no. 38 against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday. After being given out for obstructing the field, Raghuvanshi struck the boundary cushion with his bat and threw his helmet into the dugout. He admitted to the Level 1 offence under Article 2.2 and accepted the Match Referee's sanction.

Key Points: Angkrish Raghuvanshi Fined 20% Match Fee for IPL Code Violation

  • Angkrish Raghuvanshi fined 20% match fee
  • One demerit point for Level 1 offence
  • Incident occurred after obstructing the field dismissal
  • Struck boundary cushion and threw helmet in frustration
  • KKR beat LSG in Super Over thriller
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IPL 2026: KKR's Angkrish Raghuvanshi fined 20% match fee for Code of Conduct breach

KKR's Angkrish Raghuvanshi fined 20% match fee and given demerit point for breaching IPL Code of Conduct after obstructing the field dismissal.

"Angkrish Raghuvanshi... has been fined 20% of his match fee and has also accumulated one Demerit Point - IPL Statement"

Lucknow, April 27

Kolkata Knight Riders wicketkeeper/batsman Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee and handed one demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during his side's match against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday night.

In an official statement from the IPL, it said Raghuvanshi was found guilty of a Level 1 offence under Article 2.2 of the Code of Conduct, which relates to "abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during a match."

"Angkrish Raghuvanshi, batter and wicket-keeper, Kolkata Knight Riders, has been fined 20% of his match fee and has also accumulated one Demerit Point for breaching Level 1 of the IPL's Code of Conduct for Players and Team Officials during Match No. 38 against Lucknow Super Giants," the IPL statement said.

The incident took place in the fifth over of KKR's innings after Raghuvanshi was given out for obstructing the field. Following the dismissal, he was seen striking the boundary cushion with his bat in frustration before throwing his helmet into the dugout.

"Raghuvanshi was found to have breached Article 2.2 of the IPL's Code of Conduct, which relates to "abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during a Match." The incident occurred in the 5th over, when, after being given out for 'obstructing the field', Raghuvanshi struck the boundary cushion with his bat in an aggressive manner and subsequently threw his helmet into the dugout in a similar manner," the statement added.

Level 1 breaches carry penalties ranging from official reprimands to fines and demerit points, depending on the severity of the offence.

"Raghuvanshi admitted to the offence and accepted the Match Referee's sanction," the IPL statement concluded.

Coming to the match, KKR edged out LSG in a thrilling Super Over clash in IPL 2026 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday night.

Chasing a tense finish, LSG needed seven off the final ball when Mohammed Shami launched a six over long-off to force the game into a Super Over.

Earlier, Mohsin Khan's sensational five-wicket haul (5/23) rocked KKR's top order, but Rinku Singh's brilliant unbeaten 83 off 51 balls, featuring seven fours and five sixes, sparked a remarkable recovery. His late onslaught, including four consecutive sixes in the final over, lifted KKR to a competitive 155/7.

In reply, KKR's bowlers combined effectively to keep LSG under pressure throughout, only for Shami's dramatic last-ball strike to push the contest into a nail-biting Super Over. Rinku was also named Player of the match for his superb fifty.

- ANI

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Priya S
There is no place for such behavior on the field. Cricket is a gentleman's game and these youngsters need to set a better example. A fine was necessary. Also, what a match that was! Rinku Singh is the real star here. 🌟
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Vikram M
I understand the frustration—getting out when you think you're set hurts. But throwing the helmet? That's just unnecessary. The fine is fair and hopefully a slap on the wrist. That said, Rinku's innings was something else! What an entertainer. 🔥
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Ananya R
Good decision by the match referee. These are professional athletes and they must maintain composure. Raghuvanshi is talented but such anger issues could hurt his career. Glad Rinku bailed KKR out though—what a knock! 🏏✨
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Rohit P
Obstructing the field dismissal on a debatable call, boundary cushion hit, helmet throw—honestly, the fine could have been higher to send a stronger message. But I am more impressed by Mohsin Khan's 5-wicket haul—where did that come from?! 😲
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Ravi K
Young players need to control their emotions—this is IPL, not a gully match. But credit to the boy for admitting the mistake and accepting the fine. Super Over was nerve-wracking! LSG nearly pulled it off, but KKR held their nerve. Great game! 🙌

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