BCCI announces its verdict on the Kohli-Gambhir spat, hands over fines to both

In a recent match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore and the Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2023 season, two prominent figures of Indian cricket, Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir, found themselves in hot water for violating the league’s Code of Conduct. Following a thrilling and closely contested match, RCB emerged victorious in a low-scoring encounter, but not without incident.

Unfortunately, the post-match celebrations were marred by a heated altercation between Kohli and Gambhir, which quickly spiraled out of control and involved many other players as well. The incident left a sour taste in the mouth of cricket fans and officials alike, and action had to be taken to address the situation.

Kohli and Gambhir slapped with fines

As a consequence, both Kohli and Gambhir have been slapped with hefty fines for their behaviour on the field, and have been reminded of their responsibility to uphold the spirit of the game at all times. Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir have both been 100% of their match fee as confirmed by the IPL governing body in a release. 

“Lucknow Super Giants’ Mentor Gautam Gambhir has been fined 100 per cent of his match fee for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Mr Gambhir admitted to the Level 2 offence under Article 2.21 of the IPL Code of Conduct.”, the release said.

The release further described Virat Kohli’s punishment as well and added, “Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Virat Kohli has been fined 100 per cent of his match fee for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match against Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Mr Kohli admitted to the Level 2 offence under Article 2.21 of the IPL Code of Conduct.” 

Naveen ul Haq roped in as well

Naveen ul Haq, who was also at the centre of the fight, has also been handed a 50% fine for his behaviour last night. “Lucknow Super Giants’ Bowler Naveen-ul-Haq has been fined 50 per cent of his match fees for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Mr Naveen-ul-Haq admitted to the Level 1 offence under Article 2.21 of the IPL Code of Conduct.”, the release further explained. 

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In a recent match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore and the Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2023 season, two prominent figures of Indian cricket, Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir, found themselves in hot water for violating the league's Code of Conduct. Following a thrilling and closely contested match, RCB emerged victorious in a low-scoring encounter, but not without incident.

Unfortunately, the post-match celebrations were marred by a heated altercation between Kohli and Gambhir, which quickly spiraled out of control and involved many other players as well. The incident left a sour taste in the mouth of cricket fans and officials alike, and action had to be taken to address the situation.

Kohli and Gambhir slapped with fines

As a consequence, both Kohli and Gambhir have been slapped with hefty fines for their behaviour on the field, and have been reminded of their responsibility to uphold the spirit of the game at all times. Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir have both been 100% of their match fee as confirmed by the IPL governing body in a release. 

"Lucknow Super Giants’ Mentor Gautam Gambhir has been fined 100 per cent of his match fee for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Mr Gambhir admitted to the Level 2 offence under Article 2.21 of the IPL Code of Conduct.", the release said.

The release further described Virat Kohli's punishment as well and added, "Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Virat Kohli has been fined 100 per cent of his match fee for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match against Lucknow Super Giants at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Mr Kohli admitted to the Level 2 offence under Article 2.21 of the IPL Code of Conduct." 

Naveen ul Haq roped in as well

Naveen ul Haq, who was also at the centre of the fight, has also been handed a 50% fine for his behaviour last night. "Lucknow Super Giants’ Bowler Naveen-ul-Haq has been fined 50 per cent of his match fees for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 match against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow. Mr Naveen-ul-Haq admitted to the Level 1 offence under Article 2.21 of the IPL Code of Conduct.", the release further explained. 

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