Women’s T20 World Cup. Pakistan batter punished by ICC for on-field outburst against Australia Cricket News:
Pakistan batsman Gull Feroza has been issued an official reprimand and given one demerit point after being found guilty of a Level 1 breach of the ICC Code of Conduct during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 Group A match against Australia on Tuesday.Feroza was found to have violated Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which is related to the abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during an international match.The incident happened in the second half of Pakistan’s innings when Feroza, visibly frustrated after his dismissal, threw his bat and gloves in the direction of the team dugout in an aggressive manner.As this was his first offense in 24 months, a demerit point was added to his disciplinary record. Feroza pleaded guilty and accepted the punishment proposed by match referee Michell Pereira of the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees, avoiding the need for a formal hearing.The charge was filed by on-field umpires Sue Redfern and Vrinda Rathi, third umpire Jacquline Williams and fourth umpire Shathira Jakir Jesy. Under ICC rules, Level 1 offenses carry a minimum penalty of an official reprimand and can extend to a fine of up to 50 percent of a player’s match fee along with demerit points.
The heavy defeat added to Pakistan’s frustration
The disciplinary setback came during a difficult outing for Pakistan, who suffered a heavy 113-run defeat in Australia, leaving them winless after four matches in the tournament.Pakistan captain Fatima Sana admitted that her side produced their poorest performance of the competition and urged her team to reflect honestly ahead of their final group game against the Netherlands.“I think we just played our worst cricket in this game, and as a whole team we have to accept that. We have to go back, reflect, and improve ourselves,” Sana said after the match.Despite the result, Sana highlighted some positives from the bowling unit, particularly the efforts of Nashra Sandhu and Sadia Iqbal, who picked up two wickets each while briefly containing Australia’s batting charge.“I think our bowling is very good, especially our opening. Nashra and Sadia are bowling very well… we need more players to support them,” he said.With Pakistan now out of contention, their final Group A fixture against the Netherlands now becomes a chance to restore pride and end a disappointing campaign on a positive note.
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