Afghanistan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi faced a penalty of 15 per cent of his match fee. The punishment relates to a Level 1 offence under the ICC Code of Conduct during the Group D match against South Africa.
The incident occurred early in the 14th over of Afghanistan’s innings after Nabi questioned the umpires regarding a wristband worn by South African fast bowler Lungi Ngidi. The discussion led to the charge. The game itself was a tense affair. South Africa eventually prevailed after a dramatic finish that required two Super Overs to decide the winner.
According to the ICC, he breached Article 2.4. The charge concerns failure to comply with an qumpire’s instruction during an international fixture.
The game between Afghanistan and South Africa was a tense affair. The match unfoled heart-throbbing performance from both sides. South Africa eventually secured the win by 4 runs, requiring two Super Overs to decide the winner.
