How is Gurnoor Brar Playing in 2nd Match Despite Breaching ICC Rules in 1st ODI?

India's latest pace bowling sensation Gurnoor Brar was in the headlines during the first ODI against England at Edgbaston, Birmingham. The young Indian quick bowled well and was involved in an aggressive send-off to England opener Ben Duckett.

Despite breaching the ICC's Code of Conduct, Brar was picked to play in the second ODI of the series at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. This has made the fans wonder how his availability for the second match of the series.

How is Gurnoor Brar Playing Despite Breaching ICC Rules?

Before the ENG vs IND 2nd ODI, the ICC announced Brar's punishment for breaching the rules and regulations. According to Gurnoor Brar ICC rules breach, the fast bowler was given one demerit point, making it his first offence during the 24-month time period.

If he accumulates four demerit points during this 24-month period, Gurnoor Brar will be banned from the next international match at that point. Since he has just one demerit point at the moment, Brar was eligible to play this game.

Gurnoor Brar is one of the fastest bowlers in India at the moment. The fast bowler might have been reprimanded in the last game but he picked up two crucial wickets of England openers Ben Duckett and Jacob Bethell, two of the best batsmen in the world.

Brar has been one of the finds for India recently. The 6'4" pacer from Punjab has the ability to bowl consistently at around 145 kph to trouble the opposition batters with his pace. His role will be key for the Men in Blue in the second match as they aim for a series win. The performance of Gurnoor Brar in ENG vs IND 1st ODI impressive despite him being expensive.

Why Did Gurnoor Brar Get Reprimanded?

During the eighth over of England's innings, Gurnoor picked up the ball in his follow through and threw it towards Ben Duckett, the batter, in a dangerous manner. As a result, the match referee Richie Richardson imposed the sanctions and the bowler admitted the offence.

The Level 1 of ICC Code of Conduct carries a minimum penalty of an official reprimand. The maximum penalty in this case is one or two demerit points and 50 percent of a player's match fees.