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West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has been fined for breaching ICC conduct rules after criticizing match officials. The penalty comes after West Indies' heavy defeat to Australia in the first Test. Sammy accepted the sanction, which includes a 15% match fee deduction and one demerit point. The second Test between the sides begins on July 3 in St George's.

Key Points: Daren Sammy Fined for ICC Code Breach After West Indies Test Loss

  • Sammy fined for criticizing umpires in media interaction
  • Violated ICC Article 2.7 on public criticism
  • Accepted sanction from Javagal Srinath
  • West Indies lost by 159 runs despite Hazlewood's 5-43
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West Indies head coach Daren Sammy fined for ICC Code of Conduct breach during first Test against Australia

West Indies coach Daren Sammy fined 15% match fee for criticizing officials during Australia Test defeat, accepts ICC sanction.

"Public criticism of match officials violates the spirit of the game – ICC Code of Conduct Article 2.7"

New Delhi June 29

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee for a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct during the second day of the first Test that the visitors clinched by 159 runs, courtesy Josh Hazlewood's stunning 5-43 in Bridgetown, according to the ICC website.

The sanction relates to comments made by Sammy during a media interaction at the end of Day 2, where he criticised one of the match officials in reference to multiple incidents throughout the day's play.

The 41-year-old was found to have violated Article 2.7 of the Code, which pertains to "public criticism of, or inappropriate comment in relation to an incident occurring in an International Match or any Player, Player Support Personnel, Match Official or team participating in any International Match."

As a result, one demerit point has also been added to Sammy's disciplinary record, his first offence in a 24-month period.

Sammy admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by Javagal Srinath of the ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees, after the charge was levelled by on-field umpires Richard Kettleborough and Nitin Menon, third umpire Adrian Holdstock, and fourth umpire Gregory Brathwaite.

Level 1 offences carry a minimum penalty of an official reprimand and a maximum of a 50% match fee fine, along with one or two demerit points.

The visiting Australian side thumped West Indies by 159 runs after the home side lost all ten wickets in the final session on Day three, while chasing the 301-run target in a game that was filled with twists and turns.

The second Test begins on Thursday, 3rd July at the National Cricket Stadium in St George's.

- ANI

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Priya S
But sometimes umpires make terrible calls! Sammy is passionate about his team. 15% fine seems fair but hope this doesn't stop coaches from speaking truth when needed. #FairPlay
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Aryan K
As an Indian cricket fan, I remember when our coaches/players got fined for similar things. ICC rules should be same for everyone. Sammy is lucky it's just 15% and 1 demerit point.
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Sarah B
The real story here is how Australia dominated again! Hazlewood's 5-wicket haul was brilliant. West Indies need to focus on their game rather than complaining about officials.
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Nitin C
Good to see Nitin Menon among the umpires! Indian officials getting recognition in international cricket makes us proud. Hope he continues his good work without pressure.
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Kavya N
Emotional moments are part of cricket, but rules are rules. At least Sammy accepted his mistake quickly unlike some players who drag these things. On to the next match! 🏏

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