Harmanpreet Kaur’s Controversy and Potential Ban Shake Team India
The Asian Games 2023 will start in just a few months. Cricket lovers in India are excitedly looking forward to this year’s tournament. The men’s cricket teams will represent 18 countries, while 14 women’s teams will participate in this tournament. However, there might be some bad news for Indian fans. Reports suggest that there might be a change in the captaincy of Team India for the Asian Games.
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Harmanpreet Kaur’s Misbehavior Sparks Controversy During ODI Match
Indian cricket fans have been abuzz with talk about Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of the women’s cricket team, since last Saturday. Her behavior during the ODI match against Bangladesh on 22nd July has caused significant controversy.
After being given out in the match, Harmanpreet Kaur displayed her fury by breaking the stumps with her bat. She also raised questions about the umpiring and criticized Bangladesh cricket. Due to her obstinate and insolent actions, Harmanpreet Kaur has had to bear heavy losses.
Harmanpreet Kaur Found Guilty of Code of Conduct Violations; Faces Possible Ban from Asian Games 2023
According to reports from ESPN, Harmanpreet Kaur has been found guilty of two separate violations of the code of conduct. Consequently, she has been fined 75 percent of her match fee and may receive three demerit points for her behavior. This could result in a potential ban from participating in two matches. If the ban is imposed, Harmanpreet Kaur cannot take part in the Asian Games 2023, and Smriti Mandhana will step in as the captain in her place.
Possible Impact of Harmanpreet Kaur’s Ban
The women’s cricket event during the Asiad (Asian Games 2023) will occur from 19th September to 28th September. Additionally, India will enter the quarter-final matches directly due to their higher ranking.
However, if Harmanpreet Kaur faces a ban, she will miss the quarter-final match. Furthermore, even if the team reaches the semi-finals, she won’t be able to participate. In her absence, Smriti Mandhana may take charge of the team. Nevertheless, Harmanpreet Kaur is expected to play in the final match representing India.
