Virat Kohli Fined 20% Of Match Fees On Boxing Day Test: How Much Does He Earn Per Match?

Virat Kohli has been fined 20 per cent of his match fee and received one demerit point for a heated exchange with Australian debutant Sam Konstas during Day 1 of the fourth Test in Melbourne. The altercation after the 10th over-involved Kohli shoulder-bumping the 19-year-old while switching sides between overs.

The exchange drew criticism from former players, with Ricky Ponting holding Kohli responsible and Ravi Shastri calling the act “absolutely unnecessary” during a discussion on SEN.

ICC Code of Conduct

According to ICC regulations:

“Any form of inappropriate physical contact is prohibited in cricket. This includes deliberate, reckless, or negligent actions like walking or running into or shoulder-bumping another player or umpire.”
Match referee Andy Pycroft deemed Kohli’s actions a Level One offence, resulting in a fine and a demerit point.

Kohli’s Match Fees

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced annual player contracts for the 2023–24 season, with Kohli among the elite Grade A+ players, earning:
Rs 15 lakh per Test match
Rs 6 lakh per ODI
Rs 3 lakh per T20I

Key Takeaways

Kohli’s conduct has sparked debates about sportsmanship and adherence to ICC rules. The ICC emphasises strict regulations to ensure fair play, prohibiting physical contact during matches.
Kohli’s fine is calculated as a percentage of his match fee, reinforcing accountability for players' actions. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining professionalism on the field.

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