The incident took place in the 13th over of Pakistan\u2019s innings when Fatima was adjudged caught behind. The 22-year-old all-rounder, however, stayed at the crease with her hands on her hips and walked off slowly, actions interpreted as dissent towards the umpire\u2019s decision.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The ICC stated that Fatima was found to have breached Article 2.8 of its Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which pertains to \u201cshowing dissent at an umpire\u2019s decision during an international match.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cFatima was found to have breached Article 2.8 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to 'showing dissent at an umpire\u2019s decision during an international match,\u201d ICC said in a statement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
As a result, one demerit point has been added to Fatima\u2019s disciplinary record \u2014 her first offence within a 24-month period.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Fatima accepted the charge and the sanction proposed by match referee Graham McCrea of the ICC International Panel, thereby avoiding the need for a formal hearing. The charge was levelled by on-field umpires Roland Black and Gareth Morrison, with Aidan Seaver serving as the third umpire.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
As a result, one demerit point has been added to Fatima\u2019s disciplinary record \u2014 her first offence within a 24-month period.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The tour will see Pakistan play a three-match T20I series in Dublin. The series offers valuable game time ahead of the 50-over World Cup, set to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka from early October. Pakistan are hoping to maintain their winning momentum as they prepare for a tour of Ireland next month, building up to the ICC Women\u2019s ODI World Cup.<\/p>\r\n\r\n