The IPL is undergoing major structural changes to align with ICC rules from the 2025 season onwards
Until last season, Indian Premier League (IPL) had its own rules and code of conduct when it comes to different levels of fouls committed by players during a particular IPL match. However, that will change with a major overhaul of the tournament’s guiding principles.
ICC rules and regulations extending to the IPL
The IPL has had a history of several heated exchanges between players of different franchises on and off the field. In the 2023 IPL season, there were a total of 10 violations of the Code of Conduct. The most notable player to go under the radar for the first tier offense was Kolkata Knight Riders‘pacer Harshit Rana who was punished twice for misdemeanors. Namely, other star players such as Team David, Kieron Pollard, Virat Kohli, Sam Curran, Rasikh Salam Darand Ishan Kishan they were also responsible for a foul during the tournament.
Keeping these past cases in mind, he made the decision Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) yesterday to extend the ICC regulations and code of conduct to its prestigious league tournament.
“Henceforth, ICC sanctioned penalties will be imposed for level 1, 2 or 3 offences. Till date, IPL has had its own Code of Conduct but in future the Conditions of the Game as per ICC T20I Regulations will be followed,” an IPL GC member told PTI on condition of anonymity.
The new season of IPL is scheduled to start on March 21 and the final will be played on May 25. Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad will host the first two qualifying matches while Gardens of Paradise Kolkata will be the venue for the second play-off and the final of the prestigious tournament.
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What are the penalties sanctioned by the ICC for level 1, 2 and 3 offences?
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has set specific punishments for players based on the severity of their offences, categorized into three levels. For Level 1 Offenseswhich are considered minor, players may be fined up to 50% of their match fee. Level 2 offenses carry more severe consequences, with fines ranging from 50% to 100% of the match fee. The most serious violations fall under Level 3resulting in a ban of 6 Test matches or 12 ODIs. These sanctions are implemented to maintain discipline and maintain the spirit of the game. After an offense is reported, the ICC’s disciplinary process involves reviewing the evidence, hearing the player’s defense and determining the appropriate penalty. Match referees or referees oversee this process to ensure fairness. Players have the right to appeal decisions if they feel the sanctions are unfair. This structured approach helps promote accountability and fair play in cricket.