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Scotland's Matthew Cross and Mark Watt faced ICC sanctions for on-field dissent during their World Cup League 2 match against Netherlands. Cross showed frustration after an LBW decision while Watt reacted angrily to a denied appeal. Both players accepted 10% match fee fines and demerit points without formal hearings. The disciplinary actions came after Scotland's narrow 19-run defeat in Amsterdam.

Key Points: Scotland's Cross and Watt Fined for ICC Code Breaches vs Netherlands

  • Cross fined for delaying crease exit after LBW decision
  • Watt penalized for cap-throwing after denied appeal
  • Both receive 10% match fee fines and demerit points
  • Offenses occurred during Scotland's 19-run loss to Netherlands
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Scotland's Matthew Cross, Mark Watt fined for breaching ICC Code of Conduct

Scotland cricketers Matthew Cross and Mark Watt fined for dissent during ICC World Cup League 2 match against Netherlands.

"They have been found guilty of breaching Article 2.8... showing dissent at an Umpire's decision - ICC"

New Delhi May 13

Scotland's wicketkeeper/batter Matthew Cross and spinner Mark Watt have received fines after their recent ICC Men's Cricket World Cup League 2 game against the Netherlands, on Saturday, as per the ICC website.

Matthew Cross and Mark Watt have been fined 10 percent of their match fees for breaching Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct in separate instances during their recent League 2 outing against the Netherlands.

They have been found guilty of breaching Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to "showing dissent at an Umpire's decision during an International Match."

In addition to the fine, one demerit point has been added to the disciplinary records of both Cross and Watt. The players do not have any previous offences in the preceding 24-month period.

The charges were levelled by on-field umpires Riwan Akram and Roland Black, and reserve umpire Nitin Bathi.

Watt was charged for voicing his disagreement for an appeal against Netherlands captain Scott Edwards turned down in the first innings. The Scotland spinner responded by throwing his cap hard on the ground.

The incident pertaining to Cross during the 46th over of the Scotland innings, when the batter, adjudged LBW off spinner Roelof van der Merwe, showed his bat in dissent and delayed his departure from the crease.

Both players admitted the offences and accepted the sanctions proposed by Phil Thompson of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees, so there was no need for formal hearings.

Scotland was eventually bested by the Netherlands by 19 runs at the VRA Cricket Amsterdam in Amsterdam.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Discipline is so important in cricket! These fines show ICC is serious about maintaining standards. Indian players should take note too - we've seen some unnecessary reactions from our own team in the past. Respect for umpires is non-negotiable. 🏏
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Priya M.
Throwing caps and showing bat after LBW? So childish! In India, even gully cricket players show more maturity than this. These associate nation players need to learn from legends like Dravid and Kumble who always maintained dignity on field.
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Arjun S.
Interesting to see Nitin Bathi as reserve umpire here. Good to see Indian officials getting international exposure. Hope this leads to more Indian umpires in ICC elite panel soon. Our domestic cricket prepares them well for these challenges.
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Sneha T.
While the fines are justified, I feel for these players from smaller cricketing nations. They don't have the financial security like IPL players, so 10% match fee hurts more. ICC should consider proportional fines based on player earnings.
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Vikram J.
The Netherlands beating Scotland is the real story here! Associate nations are improving so much. BCCI should organize more matches between India A and these teams to help global cricket grow. After all, cricket needs more competitive nations.
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Neha P.
Remember when Kohli used to show similar dissent early in his career? He matured with time. These young players will learn too. Passion is good, but channeling it properly is what makes champions. Hope they bounce back stronger!

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