The International Cricket Council (ICC) has taken disciplinary action against Indian cricketer Arshdeep Singh, fining him 15% of his match fee following an incident in the T20 World Cup final against New Zealand. During the 11th over of New Zealand's innings, Singh was involved in a confrontation with batsman Daryl Mitchell, which led to the ICC deeming his actions as a Level 1 breach of the code of conduct. As a result, Singh has been penalized under Article 2.9 of the ICC's code, which addresses the improper or dangerous throwing of a ball or cricket equipment towards another player.

In addition to the monetary fine, a demerit point has been added to Singh's disciplinary record. This is the first incident of this nature for Singh in the past 24 months, indicating that while he has faced disciplinary scrutiny, it has not been frequent. The ICC's decision serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining sportsmanship and safety standards on the field, especially during high-stakes matches like a World Cup final.

As cricketers often face intense pressure in tournament settings, this incident could have further implications for Singh's reputation and career, as well as highlighting the ICC's commitment to upholding a strict code of conduct. Such enforcement measures aim to promote fair play and ensure a safe environment for all players involved in the sport.