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India Fined: Slow Over-Rate Haunts Harmanpreet's World Cup Clash

The Indian women's cricket team was fined by the ICC for maintaining a slow over-rate during their match against Australia in the World Cup. The penalty involves a five percent deduction of match fees, which team captain Harmanpreet Kaur accepted without contestation. Australia won the match dramatically, with Alyssa Healy scoring a record-breaking century. Despite the loss, India remains competitive in the tournament and looks forward to their next fixture against England.

Key Points: India Fined Slow Over-Rate vs Australia in Women's World Cup

  • India penalized five percent of match fee for maintaining slow over-rate
  • Harmanpreet Kaur accepted the charge without formal hearing
  • Australia won match by three wickets with record run-chase
  • Alyssa Healy scored highest individual score against India
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Women's WC: India fined for slow over-rate against Australia

ICC imposes financial penalty on India for over-rate violation during crucial World Cup match against Australia

"In accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct, players are fined five percent of their match fee - ICC Official Statement"

Dubai, Oct 15

The ICC has imposed a fine on the Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian side for maintaining a slow over-rate during their ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 league stage fixture against Australia in Visakhapatnam on Sunday.

India were found to be one over short of their target after time allowances were taken into consideration. As a result, the team has been fined five percent of their match fee, in accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to minimum over-rate offences.

The sanctions were imposed by Michell Periera of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees, following the on-field umpires Sue Redfern and Nimali Perera, along with third umpire Kim Cotton and fourth umpire Jacquline Williams, levelling the charge.

"In accordance with Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct, players are fined five percent of their match fee for every over their side fails to bowl in the allotted time," the ICC said in its official statement.

India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur accepted the charge and the proposed sanction, meaning no formal hearing was required.

The match itself ended in disappointment for India, as Australia pulled off a record-breaking run chase to seal a three-wicket victory, keeping their unbeaten streak in the tournament alive.

Alyssa Healy struck a magnificent century, blasting 142 off 107 balls, the highest score ever against India, as Australia scampered to a three-wicket victory. Healy scored her third World Cup hundred and first ODI hundred since January 2025 as Australia mounted the biggest successful chase in World Cup history to reach 331/7 with six balls to spare.

India, who currently sit fifth in the points table, will look to bounce back strongly when they face England in their next group-stage fixture at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on October 19.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While the fine is justified as per ICC rules, I feel for the team. They were under pressure defending 330+ runs against a strong Australian batting lineup. Sometimes these things happen in high-pressure games. Let's support our women in blue! 💙
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Sarah B
Professional teams should maintain over-rates properly. This isn't the first time we're seeing this issue. The coaching staff needs to work on this aspect - it shows lack of discipline in crunch situations.
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Ananya R
The real story here is that incredible chase by Australia! 331 runs in a World Cup match - that's historic! Our bowlers need to regroup quickly. Looking forward to the England match in Indore! 🏏
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Vikram M
At least Harmanpreet accepted the charge gracefully. No arguments, no drama. That's good sportsmanship. Now focus on beating England and moving up that points table! Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
The fine amount might be small but the message is important. In international cricket, every detail matters. Hope the team management takes this seriously and works on improving over-rates in future matches.

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