Delhi Capitals (DC) captain Rishabh Pant has been hit with a one-match suspension and a hefty fine of ₹30 lakh for his team's slow over-rate during their match against Rajasthan Royals on May 7th. This is a big blow for DC as they fight for a playoff spot.
The Reason for Suspension
- DC fell behind schedule by a significant margin - 10 minutes - before the start of the final over in their match against Rajasthan Royals.
- This marked DC's third offense related to slow over-rate this season, leading to stricter penalties.
The Penalty
- Pant will miss the crucial upcoming match against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Sunday, May 12th.
- Other DC players, including the impact substitute, have also been fined ₹12 lakh or half their match fee (whichever is lower).
Appeal Rejected
- DC challenged the match referee's decision, but the BCCI Ombudsman upheld it after a virtual hearing.
What's Next for DC?
- Axar Patel will step up as captain in Pant's absence for the RCB match.
- DC's playoff hopes remain alive, but this suspension makes their journey tougher.
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