Afghanistan pacer Fazalhaq Farooqi fined for dissent during 2nd ODI vs Zimbabwe

Afghanistan fast bowler Fazalhaq Farooqi has been fined 15% of his match fee for showing dissent at an umpire's decision during the second ODI against Zimbabwe on Thursday. The match was part of a three-game series, played in Harare. The incident occurred in the fifth over of Zimbabwe's innings when Farooqi expressed frustration after his LBW appeal against Craig Ervine was turned down. The left-arm pacer made a gesture requesting a review, despite the match not having DRS (Decision Review System) available. This act breached Article 2.8 of the



ICC Code of Conduct, which penalises players for “showing dissent at an umpire’s decision during an international match.”

In addition to the fine, one demerit point has been added to Farooqi's disciplinary record. This marks his first offence within a 24-month period. The bowler admitted to the violation and accepted the penalty proposed by Match Referee Andy Pycroft. The sanction was enforced by the on-field umpires Chris Brown and Percival Sizara, as well as third umpire Langton Rusere and fourth umpire Iknow Chabi.