The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined the Pakistan cricket team 10% of their match fee for maintaining a slow over-rate in the first One Day International (ODI) against New Zealand.
According to ICC regulations, teams must complete their allotted overs within a specified time frame. However, Pakistan fell short by two overs in the given time, resulting in the penalty.
As per ICC rules, a fine of 5% of the match fee is imposed for each over bowled beyond the allotted time, leading to a total 10% deduction from the players' earnings.
Meanwhile, New Zealand batter Mark Chapman ruled out of second ODI against Pakistan with the hamstring injury.
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Tim Seifert inducted in to the Black Caps' squad in place of the injured, Chapman.
Champan had challenged the Pakistan bowlers in the first ODI at the Mclean Park in Naiper and went on to score his career best 132, that helped the Kiwis put Pakistan on the back foot after early dominance.
The left-hander showcased his dedication and put all the hard work to frustrate the Pakistani bowlers.
Chapman allowed the other players to further treat the Pakistani bowlers with utter contempt, as the debutant, Muhammad Abbas, did by notching the fastest 50 on debut for New Zealand.
Pakistan will take on New Zealand in the second ODI at Seddon Park in Hamilton tomorrow.
