• After Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin ran on the danger area of the pitch.

  • The match officials have penalised Team India for 5 runs.

IND v ENG: After Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin runs on the pitch; match officials punish Team India
India penalised for 5 runs (PC: Twitter)

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In a dramatic turn of events during the ongoing India versus England third Test at Rajkot, Ravichandran Ashwin‘s actions on the pitch have sparked controversy, leading to sanctions against Team India by match officials.

India faces a penalty of 5 runs

Following an incident involving Ravindra Jadeja running on the pitch, which resulted in a warning from the umpires, Ashwin was observed committing a similar offense during the game. Ashwin’s actions, deemed as a breach of cricketing regulations, prompted the match officials to penalise India with 5 runs. So now, England will start their first innings at a score of 5/0 after bowling out India.

Ravichandran Ashwin’s debate with the umpire

The incident unfolded during the opening session of Day 2. In the 102nd over of the Indian innings when England spinner Rehan Ahmed came into the attack, Ashwin looked to steal a quick single but was sent back by wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel. When Ashwin turned and returned back to his increase, the on-field umpire Joel Wilson gave India a massive shock. While returning the Indian stalwart actually ran on the danger of the pitch and what followed was his long discussion with the umpire.

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As a consequence of Ashwin’s action, match officials imposed penalty of five runs on Team India, underscoring the importance of upholding the integrity of the sport.

The sanctions serve as a reminder to players and teams about the need to respect the rules and spirit of cricket, regardless of the intensity of competition.

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While the Rajkot Test continues to captivate local fans with its thrilling on-field action, the incident involving Ashwin has added a contentious dimension to the proceedings, highlighting the significance of fair play and adherence to cricketing principles.

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