TNPL Fines Ravichandran Ashwin for Dissent and Equipment Misuse

Ashwin Fined for Umpire Dissent in TNPL Clash Against Tiruppur Tamizhans Veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has been fined 30% of his match fee following an incident during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) 2024 match between Dindigul Dragons and Tiruppur Tamizhans, played on Sunday, June 8 in Coimbatore. 🔎 The Incident: Ashwin, captaining Dindigul Dragons, was adjudged lbw to left-arm spinner R. Sai Kishore while attempting a sweep shot. Replays suggested the ball had pitched outside leg stump, sparking immediate and visible dissent from Ashwin. With no reviews left—both used earlier on wide-ball calls—Ashwin had no recourse. He reacted by remonstrating with the umpire, hitting his pads with his bat, and flinging his gloves on the way back to the dugout. ⚖️ Disciplinary Action: A TNPL official confirmed: “Ashwin was fined 10% for dissent and 20% for misuse of equipment. He accepted the sanctions.” The match referee, Arjun Kripal Singh, conducted a post-match hearing. The on-field umpire was Kritika. 🏏 Match Recap: Ashwin had scored a quick 18 off 11 (2 fours, 1 six). His dismissal at 39/1 in the fifth over sparked a stunning collapse: Dindigul all out for 93. Tiruppur chased it down with ease, winning by 9 wickets and 49 balls to spare. 📊 TNPL 2024 Standings: Dindigul Dragons: 1 win, 1 loss, currently 5th on the table. This marks the ninth season of TNPL, running from June 6 to July 6. 🎥 Viral Clip: The footage of Ashwin’s reaction has gone viral on social media, although official commentary made no mention of the dissent. Ashwin, known for his passionate and cerebral approach to the game, has had disciplinary run-ins before—but rarely of this emotional nature. While the TNPL moves on, this flashpoint may raise questions about umpiring consistency and review usage in domestic tournaments.