Hardik Pandya Fined : Troubles don’t seem to end for Hardik Pandya and Mumbai Indians. Hours after facing their seventh defeat in the ongoing Indian Premier League season to Lucknow Super Giants, their captain Hardik, along with all members of the playing XI, were fined for maintaining a slow over rate in the match. As this was the side’s second offence of the season, Hardik was slapped with an INR 24 lakh fine, while each member of the playing team was handed an INR 6 lakh penalty.
Hardik Pandya Fined INR 24 Lakh, Rohit Sharma and MI Stars Penalized for IPL Code of Conduct Breach
“Mr Hardik Pandya, Captain, Mumbai Indians has been fined after his team maintained a slow over-rate during Match 48 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 against Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow on April 30, 2024,” an IPL statement read.
“As it was his team’s second offence of the season under the IPL’s Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offences, Pandya was fined ₹24 Lakh.
“The rest of the members of the Playing XI, including the Impact Player, were each individually fined either INR 6 Lac or 25 per cent of their respective match fees, whichever is lesser,” the statement added.
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Mumbai Indians endured another disappointing performance on Tuesday night, as they were restricted to 144/7 after being asked to bat by KL Rahul. Hardik Pandya, who was picked as India’s vice-captain for the T20 World Cup earlier in the day, departed for a first-ball duck. Indian captain Rohit Sharma, meanwhile, also failed to make a mark, only scoring 4 off five deliveries.
MI have endured a tumultuous season, grappling with off-field controversies and on-field challenges. Compounding their woes is the struggle of skipper Hardik, who has grappled with form issues both with bat and ball. Across 10 appearances, the all-rounder has managed to secure just six wickets, with an economy rate soaring to 11, further adding to MI’s woes.
With the bat, Hardik is yet to score a half-century; he has 197 runs to his name in the season in 10 innings at a strike rate of 150.38.
Playoff chances dwindling
MI are more or less out of the race for playoff spots in IPL 2024, as they reel at the ninth spot in the table with six points. While they are four points away from the fourth-placed CSK, the latter have played a match less.
Moreover, all four of MI’s remaining matches are against the teams well and truly in competition for top-4 spots; these include Kolkata Knight Riders (twice), Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Lucknow Super Giants.
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FAQs regarding the recent IPL code of conduct breach by Hardik Pandya and Mumbai Indians:
- What led to the fine imposed on Hardik Pandya and Mumbai Indians?
- Hardik Pandya and all members of the Mumbai Indians playing XI were fined for maintaining a slow over rate during their match against Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2024 season.
- How much was Hardik Pandya fined?
- Hardik Pandya, as the captain of Mumbai Indians, was fined INR 24 lakh for the slow over-rate offense.
- Were there any other penalties imposed?
- Yes, each member of the playing team, including the Impact Player, was individually fined either INR 6 lakh or 25 per cent of their respective match fees, whichever is lesser.
- Why was this fine imposed?
- This was the second offense of the season for Mumbai Indians under the IPL’s Code of Conduct relating to minimum over-rate offenses.
- How did this affect Mumbai Indians’ performance in the IPL?
- Mumbai Indians have been struggling in the IPL 2024 season, facing both on-field challenges and off-field controversies. The fine further adds to their woes, as they strive to secure a playoff spot.
- What is the current position of Mumbai Indians in the IPL standings?
- Mumbai Indians are currently at the ninth spot in the IPL standings with six points, making their chances of qualifying for the playoffs uncertain.
- What are the implications for Hardik Pandya and Mumbai Indians going forward?
- The fine and ongoing performance struggles put additional pressure on Hardik Pandya and Mumbai Indians as they aim to turn their season around and compete for a playoff spot.
