New Zealand all-rounder Daryl Mitchell has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee for swearing during the first test win over the West Indies. Mitchell was found to have breached Article 2.3 of the ICC code, which relates to “use of an audible obscenity during an international match”, an ICC release said. SPARK SPORT Black Caps seal comprehensive win against West Indies in opening test. Level 1 breaches carry a minimum penalty of an official reprimand, a maximum penalty of a fine of 50 per cent of a player’s match fee, and one or two demerit points. Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images Daryl Mitchell bowls during day three of the first test in Hamilton.

Source: Stuff December 06, 2020 19:07 UTC