DC captain Rishabh Pant was given a one-match ban and a fine of INR 30 Lakh for his team’s slow pace in their match against RR. A violation of the IPL Code of Conduct took place during Match 56 of the IPL 2024 season, held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on May 7, 2024.
Rishabh To Miss RCB Clash
“As per Article 8 of the IPL Code of Conduct. Delhi Capitals have filed a petition challenging the decision of the match referee. The petitioners have sent this to the BCCI Ombudsman for consideration. The ombudsman conducted a thorough investigation and declared that the decision of the match referee remains final and binding,” the BCCI said in its press release.
Pant will be absent from DC’s crucial match against RCB at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday. Professionally, DC’s progress in the Indian Premier League is in jeopardy, as a win in this tournament will see them kicked out of the competition.
Pant’s contribution to DC’s renaissance in this era, especially after the rocky start, is of utmost importance. Pant, along with Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Jake Fraser-McGurk, has made DC one of the most exciting cricket teams. His dynamic play has boosted their appeal and performance.He showcased skillful leadership in their match at GT. Where DC held their opponents to just 89 runs, made him a player of the game. Currently occupying the 5th position in the standings, DC shares points with CSK and LSG. With two matches remaining against RCB and LSG, DC’s fate in the tournament hangs in the balance. Additionally, 2024 marks Rishabh Pant’s return to cricket after a near-fatal accident in December 2022. Demonstrating his steadfastness and commitment to the game.
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