India wrapped up a decisive 9‑wicket triumph over Zimbabwe in Raipur, but the victory was shadowed by Shafali Verma’s on‑field frustration.
The incident unfolded in the 12th over of Zimbabwe’s innings when Shafali dropped a clean catch offered by Chipo Mugeri‑Tiripano at mid‑off off Shree Charani. She then tossed the ball to the ground, a clear sign of anger that the ICC took seriously.
ICC officials cited Article 2.2 of the Code of Conduct, which forbids abuse of equipment during play. A Level‑1 breach triggers a minimum penalty of an official reprimand, and the maximum includes a fine up to 50% of the match fee.
Shafali admitted the offence and accepted the sanction proposed by G.S. Lakshmi of the ICC International Panel of Match Referees. Because she had no prior offences in the last 24 months, a formal hearing was deemed unnecessary. The panel added one demerit point to her disciplinary record.
With the series now set on a 1‑1 split, India will face Zimbabwe in the final T20I on Thursday, while Shafali’s disciplinary record will shadow her performances in the remaining fixtures.