Sri Lanka Women’s cricket captain Chamari Atapattu has been slapped with a 10% match fee fine by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for breaching Level 1 of its Code of Conduct during a fiery encounter against South Africa in Colombo.
The incident unfolded when Atapattu, visibly frustrated after conceding a boundary, removed her sunglasses and smashed them onto the ground, shattering them into pieces in full view of players and spectators.
The ICC has also issued one demerit point to her disciplinary record, marking an official warning for her outburst. While the offense falls under the lower end of the disciplinary spectrum, it underscores the pressure and passion that boiled over in the heat of competition.
The dramatic moment, which quickly went viral, has sparked mixed reactions among fans—some defending her competitive spirit, while others have criticized the lack of composure expected from a national captain.
With this penalty, Atapattu joins a growing list of high-profile cricketers who have faced ICC action for emotional on-field behavior.
