Key Takeaways
- Fatima Sana fined 10 per cent of her match fee for breaching ICC Code of Conduct.
- The offense occurred during a Women’s Asia Cup match against India.
- Fatima Sana’s disciplinary record now stands at two demerit points.
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana has been penalised for her actions during a Women’s Asia Cup match against India. According to an International Cricket Council (ICC) media release, Fatima was fined 10 per cent of her match fee for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct.
The incident took place during the Women’s Asia Cup clash between India and Pakistan on Saturday, where Fatima Sana dismissed Indian opener Shafali Verma and gestured towards the pavilion as a send-off. This action was deemed a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct, specifically Article 2.5, which prohibits using language, actions, or gestures that could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter upon their dismissal during an International Match.
In addition to the financial penalty, Fatima Sana received one demerit point, bringing her total disciplinary record to two. Her previous offense, which occurred in a match against Ireland in Dublin in August 2025, also resulted in a demerit point.
The ICC media release stated that Fatima admitted the offence and accepted the proposed sanction by Supriya Rani Das of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees, thus avoiding a formal hearing. Level 1 offenses typically incur a maximum penalty of 50 per cent of a player’s match fee and one or two demerit points. However, an accumulation of four or more demerit points within the stipulated period could result in suspension points and a ban.
The Women’s Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan was a one-sided affair, with India dominating the game. Pakistan was bowled out for 55, their lowest-ever score in T20 internationals, due to a masterful spin performance by the Indian team. Fatima Sana’s three-wicket haul early in the innings saw her remove the Indian top order, significantly hampering India’s chase.
Pakistan’s next match in the Women’s Asia Cup is against Hong Kong in Dubai on Monday night. The Green Shirts will be looking to secure their semi-final berth in this crucial encounter.
The ICC’s decision highlights the importance of maintaining sportsmanship and adhering to the rules during international matches. The penalties imposed on Fatima Sana serve as a reminder of the consequences of breaching the Code of Conduct.
