IPL 2024: Virat Kohli fined 50% match fees for argument with umpires during KKR vs RCB

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batting star Virat Kohli has been fined a hefty 50 p.c of his match charge for breaching the Code of Conduct within the IPL 2024 conflict towards the Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday on the Eden Gardens. The right-handed batter was seen arguing with the on-field umpires following his controversial dismissal.

The dismissal of the previous captain towards Harshit Rana within the third over prompted an outrage in Kohli, as he believed it to be a no-ball, given it was above the waist. With the veteran compelled to stroll again to the pavilion, he was noticed arguing with the umpires, with RCB skipper Faf du Plessis additionally seen sad with the choice and resorted to do the identical.

The 35-year-old additionally smashed the dustbin with his gloves in frustration whereas strolling again to the pavilion. The veteran batter additionally spoke to the umpires following the sport and tried to clarify why he was not out.

KKR win thriller towards RCB in high-scoring fest

Despite amassing a wholesome rating of 222, the Knight Riders managed to eke out solely a one-run victory because the guests fought tooth and nail. Will Jacks and Rajat Patidar had been the standout performers for their aspect, whereas Dinesh Karthik and Suyash Prabhudessai additionally made important contributions.

With 21 required off the ultimate over, Karn Sharma slammed three sixes off Mitchell Starc’s bowling. Nevertheless, Starc held his nerve and affected a run-out off the ultimate ball to see the Knight Riders residence.

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