Daren Sammy Fined, Penalized for Criticizing Umpire's Decisions in Test Match

Daren Sammy Sanctioned for Umpire Criticism

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy has been penalized for his comments regarding third umpire Adrian Holdstock during the first Test against Australia in Barbados. Sammy received a fine of 15 percent of his match fee and one demerit point for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct.

Sammy had questioned TV umpire Holdstock's consistency after contentious decisions on Day 2 © Getty

The sanction stems from Sammy's public criticism of Holdstock's consistency, particularly following controversial decisions against batsmen Shai Hope and Roston Chase on Day 2 of the Test match.

Sammy stated, "I have noticed, especially with this particular umpire, it's something that for me started in England. It's frustrating. I just ask for consistency in the decision-making." He further elaborated on his concerns during a press conference.

The ICC deemed Sammy's remarks a breach of Article 2.7 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel. This article addresses "public criticism of, or inappropriate comment in relation to an incident occurring in an International Match or any Player, Player Support Personnel, Match Official or team participating in any International Match, irrespective of when such criticism or inappropriate comment is made."

Sammy admitted to the offense and accepted the sanction proposed by match referee Javagal Srinath.