India lost the first test at Edgbaston by 31 runs. A heartbreaking batting collapse led to the loss but the bowling department lived up to the expectations. The side will take some time to ponder over the team selections before the Lord”s test. But there”s another insult added to the existing injury of the loss.
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Indian bowler Ishant Sharma has been handed over a fine of 15 per cent of his match fee for breaching ICC code of conduct. One demerit point has also been awarded for his aggressive celebration post-dismissal of Dawid Malan on day 3.
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The bowler has been found guilty as his actions were a bit provoking. No formal hearing was requirements for the same as Ishant Sharma seemed to have admitted his offence.
Ishant Sharma looked in a fine touch in the second innings as he picked his eighth five-wicket haul in the longest format of the game. He also became the only bowler after Kumble to pick three wickets in an over in overseas conditions. Ishant Sharma was well assisted by the duo of Umesh and Shami.
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ICC has released the official statement regarding the same in the due course of the match and he needs to be a bit cautious of his celebrations knowing his criticality in the squad.
The second test will be played at Lord”s on August 9. It is to be noted that India won at the very venue in 2014 with Ishant and Rahane being the stars.
Can India come out all guns blazing at the mecca of cricket? What changes will the batting order undergo?
