The T20 World Cup 2024 semi-final between Afghanistan and South Africa saw a fiery moment as Rashid Khan and Anrich Nortje clashed on the field at the Brian Lara Stadium. Anrich Nortje, after dismissing Azmatullah Omarzai, greeted Rashid with a bouncer, sparking a heated exchange.
Anrich Nortje continued to sledge Rashid, prompting the Afghan skipper to approach the umpires to raise his concerns. Despite the tension, the match proceeded without further incident. Anrich Nortje’s aggressive spell contributed significantly as he finished with figures of 2 wickets for 7 runs in 3 overs, helping South Africa bowl Afghanistan out for just 56 runs.
ICC Code of Conduct Violation
Earlier, Rashid Khan had received an official reprimand and one demerit point for violating Level 1 of the ICC Code of Conduct during a Super 8 match against Bangladesh. Rashid was penalized for throwing his bat in frustration, a breach under Article 2.9 of the ICC Code of Conduct.
Rashid accepted the penalty without a formal hearing, acknowledging his mistake during the match. This incident marks Rashid’s first offence in the last 24 months, adding a demerit point to his disciplinary record.
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