After India pacer Harshit Rana received a reprimand and one demerit point for his gesture toward Dewald Brevis during the first ODI in Ranchi, many fans have been asking whether the ICC punishment could lead to a ban for the second ODI.
Here’s the full explanation:
1. What punishment did ICC give?
Harshit was charged under Article 2.5 of the ICC Code of Conduct for a Level 1 offence — the mildest category of on-field violations.
Sanctions for Level 1 offences include:
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An official reprimand
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One or two demerit points
Harshit received:
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A reprimand (warning)
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1 demerit point
2. Does this lead to a match ban?
No.
A ban is not applicable for a first-time Level 1 offence.
A player is suspended only after accumulating four (4) or more demerit points within a 24-month period.
Harshit now has just one.
So, he is not at risk of missing the 2nd ODI.
3. Is he available for selection?
Yes.
The reprimand does not affect his participation in the remainder of the series. He remains fully available for the 2nd ODI in Raipur.
The ICC reprimand is only a warning, and with just one demerit point, Harshit Rana is eligible to play the 2nd ODI without any restrictions.
