Tim David Fined for Code of Conduct Breach in IPL Match Against MI

In a recent IPL match, Tim David of Royal Challengers Bengaluru faced a penalty for breaching the league's Code of Conduct. He was fined 30% of his match fee and received two demerit points for using an offensive gesture. The match itself saw RCB secure a thrilling last-ball victory against Mumbai Indians, with significant contributions from both teams. RCB's position at the top of the points table contrasts sharply with MI's struggles, leading to their elimination from playoff contention. Read on for a detailed breakdown of the match and the implications of David's actions.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 12, 2026, 02:14 IST

Tim David Faces Penalty for Conduct Violation

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 11: Tim David, a player for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has been penalized 30% of his match fee and received two demerit points for violating the Indian Premier League (IPL) Code of Conduct during a thrilling match against Mumbai Indians (MI) on Sunday, as stated by the league.

The IPL found the Australian cricketer guilty of breaching Article 2.6 of the Code, which addresses the use of gestures that are deemed obscene, offensive, or insulting.

Under the IPL's Code of Conduct, Level 1 violations can result in fines and demerit points, with the player's acceptance of the sanctions being final and binding.

The league confirmed that David acknowledged the violation and accepted the penalty imposed by match referee Amit Sharma.

According to the IPL's announcement, "Tim David, All-rounder for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, has been fined 30% of his applicable match fee and has accrued two demerit points for breaching Level 1 of the IPL's Code of Conduct for Players and Team Officials." The statement further elaborated that David admitted to the offense and accepted the sanction from Match Referee Amit Sharma.

Match Summary: RCB vs MI

In the match, RCB won the toss and chose to bowl first, a decision that initially paid off as MI struggled to 28/3 during the powerplay, thanks to a stellar performance from Bhuvneshwar Kumar. However, Naman Dhir (47 runs off 32 balls, including five fours and two sixes) and Tilak Varma (57 runs off 42 balls, with three fours and two sixes) stabilized the innings, leading MI to a total of 166/7 in their 20 overs.

Bhuvneshwar was the standout bowler for RCB, taking 4 wickets for 23 runs, while Josh Hazlewood (1/33) and Romario Shepherd (1/18 in three overs) contributed effectively.

During RCB's chase, they lost Virat Kohli for a second consecutive golden duck and found themselves at 39/3, with Deepak Chahar (2/33) controlling the game. Nevertheless, Krunal Pandya formed a 55-run partnership with Jacob Bethell (26 runs off 27 balls, with two fours) and another 38-run partnership with Jitesh Sharma (18 runs), reaching a commendable fifty.

However, Corbin Bosch (4/26) and Allah Ghazanfar (1/33) took crucial wickets, including that of Krunal, leaving RCB at 149/7 in 18 overs.

Romario Shepherd (4 runs off 11 balls) struggled against Jasprit Bumrah (0/20), leaving RCB needing 12 runs in the final over. A series of extras from Raj Angad Bawa and a six from Bhuvneshwar eased the pressure, and despite Romario's dismissal, RCB clinched a last-ball victory with Rasikh Salam Dar (3*) scoring the winning runs.

With this win, RCB stands at the top of the points table with seven victories and four losses, totaling 14 points. Meanwhile, MI is positioned ninth with three wins and eight losses, having been eliminated from playoff contention along with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).