In accordance with the regulations set by the Marylebone Cricket Council (MCC), it is deemed unjust for a batsman to traverse the center of the pitch.
Ravichandran Ashwin (Image via ESPNcricinfo)
During the third Test match between India and England, which took place on Friday, February 16 at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot, a costly error was made by the Indian team. The experienced all-rounder, Ravichandran Ashwin, was found guilty of running along the middle of the pitch, resulting in a five-run penalty imposed on India. The on-field umpire, , promptly reprimanded him for this violation.
This incident occurred during the 102nd over of India’s first innings, while Rehan Ahmed was bowling. Consequently, England will commence their innings with a score of 5/0 due to this infraction.
As per the guidelines outlined by the Marylebone Cricket Council (MCC), specifically Law 41.14.1, it is deemed unfair for a batsman to run along the middle of the pitch.
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According to the Source firstsportz.com