Jasprit Bumrah Penalized by ICC in Asia Cup 2025 Incident
Jasprit Bumrah received one demerit point from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for his 'plane' celebration directed at Haris Rauf in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan.
Details of the Incident
During the final, Bumrah dismissed Rauf in the 18th over and mimicked the Pakistan fast bowler's 'crashing plane' gesture to celebrate the wicket. This gesture references the ongoing military tensions between India and Pakistan.
"Jasprit Bumrah (India) accepted a charge under Article 2.21 for conduct that brings the game into disrepute and the proposed sanction of an official warning, which resulted in one demerit point. As he accepted the sanction, no formal hearing was required."
Controversy Around Haris Rauf
Haris Rauf faced criticism earlier for his own 'crashing plane' gesture during the Super 4 game between the two teams, which many viewed as provocative given the countries' sensitive relations.
Arshdeep Singh Found Not Guilty
A separate hearing led by ICC Match Referee Andy Pycroft examined allegations against Indian fast bowler Arshdeep Singh for misconduct during the Super 4 match against Pakistan. The bowler was cleared of all charges.
"Following a hearing conducted by ICC Match Referee Andy Pycroft: Arshdeep Singh (India) was found not guilty of an alleged breach of Article 2."
Both incidents highlighted the tense atmosphere during the Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan.
Author's summary: Jasprit Bumrah was sanctioned for an unsporting gesture in the Asia Cup 2025 final, while Arshdeep Singh was cleared of misconduct, reflecting heightened tensions between the teams.