Overview
- The ICC found a breach of Article 2.2, which covers abuse of cricket equipment and ground fixtures during international matches.
- The incident occurred in the 21st over of Pakistan’s chase in Rawalpindi after Babar was dismissed by Jeffrey Vandersay.
- On-field umpires Alex Wharf and Rashid Riaz, third umpire Sharfuddoula Ibne Shahid, and fourth umpire Faisal Afridi reported the offence.
- Match referee Ali Naqvi imposed the Level 1 penalty after Babar admitted the charge, so no formal hearing was required.
- Level 1 breaches can draw up to 50% of match fees and one or two demerit points; points remain for 24 months and suspensions apply at four or more, while Pakistan completed a 3–0 series sweep with Babar the leading run-scorer.