England Penalized for Slow Over Rate in T20I Against India

In a recent T20I match against India, the England cricket team was fined 10% of their match fees for a slow over rate. Despite a stellar performance from Smriti Mandhana, who scored a century, England struggled in their chase, ultimately losing the match. This incident highlights the importance of maintaining over rates in cricket, as teams face penalties for failing to adhere to the allotted time. Read on to discover more about the match details and the implications of the fine.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 30, 2025, 02:08 IST

England Fined for Slow Over Rate in T20I Match

Nottingham [UK], June 29: The England cricket team has been fined 10% of their match fees due to a slow over rate during the first T20I against India held in Nottingham.

After accounting for time allowances, England was found to be two overs short. They chose to field first in the match, where India posted an impressive score of 210/5, largely thanks to Smriti Mandhana's outstanding maiden century.

According to Article 2.22 of the ICC Code of Conduct, which addresses minimum over-rate violations, players incur a fine of 5% of their match fee for each over their team fails to complete in the designated time.

The on-field umpires, Jacqueline Williams and James Middlebrook, along with third umpire Sue Redfern and fourth umpire Anna Harris, issued the charge, which was acknowledged by England's captain, Nat Sciver-Brunt.

Sciver-Brunt accepted the proposed penalties, eliminating the need for a formal hearing.

The sanction was enforced by Helen Pack from the Emirates ICC International Panel of Match Referees.

In the match, England opted to bowl first, but Smriti Mandhana's remarkable innings of 112 runs off 62 balls, featuring 15 fours and three sixes, proved costly. She built a solid 77-run opening partnership with Shafali Varma (20 runs off 22 balls) and a 94-run second-wicket partnership with Harleen Deol (43 runs off 23 balls), leading India to a total of 210/5 despite Lauren Bell's commendable bowling performance (3/27).

During England's chase, captain Nat Sciver-Brunt was the standout performer with 66 runs off 42 balls, including 10 fours. However, a stellar debut from Shree Charani, who took 4 wickets for just 12 runs, led to England's collapse, finishing at 113 runs in 14.5 overs.