Controversial Social Media Post Lands Shubman Gill in Trouble with ICC? Suspension or Fine Looms due to THIS reason

Shubman Gill: Former Australian cricketer, Ricky Ponty, believes that the International Cricket Council will impose a fine or suspension on Shubman Gill due to his social media post regarding the third umpire's decision against him.

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Shubman Gill's controversial dismissal

During India's second innings in the World Test Championship final against Australia, Shubman Gill was deemed out by Richard Kettleborough. Cameron Green managed to take a one-handed catch, but the on-field umpires hesitated to make a decision, leaving it to the third official. Eventually, the third official ruled the decision in Australia's favour.

The umpire's decision sparked criticism from former Indian players and fans alike. Shubman Gill also joined in by taking a subtle jab at Richard Kettleborough, posting a picture accompanied by clapping emojis. Ricky Ponting has now responded to Gill's social media post. He stated, "There will be some sort of fine or maybe even a suspension. That’s a direct crack at the umpire for the decision that he made. You cannot do that."

Opinions were divided regarding whether Cameron Green "grassed" the ball while going down or if he maintained control and prevented it from touching the ground. Some believed that the decision made by the umpire was correct, considering Green's ball control and movements.

Although Shubman Gill didn't display any overt reaction or dissent on the field after being given out, he did take to social media to share a few cryptic posts. These included screen-grabs of Green's catch accompanied by emojis such as "clapping," "magnifying glass," and "facepalm."

See Shubman Gill's social media post here

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What could be the punishment for Shubman Gill?

A Level 1 offense carries a warning and/or a fine of up to 50 percent of the applicable match fee, along with one to two demerit points. On the other hand, a Level 2 offense incurs a fine ranging from 50 to 100 percent of the applicable match fee, and can result in up to two suspension points or three to four demerit points.

Accumulating four demerit points within a rolling two-year period would lead to a conversion into two suspension points, resulting in a ban for one Test match or two limited-overs internationals.

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