Sarfraz Ahmed gets 4-match ban for racist slur

Dubai, Jan 27 (CRICKETNMORE): Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed has been suspended for four matches for his racist outburst against South African all-rounder Andile Phehlukwayo during the second One-Day

Following a further investigation, ICC general counsel Iain Higgins then determined that the player had a case to answer under the code, and the player was issued with a charge notice on January 26.

"The ICC has a zero-tolerance policy towards conduct of this nature. Sarfraz has promptly admitted the offence, was regretful of his actions and has issued a public apology, so these factors were taken into account when determining an appropriate sanction," ICC chief executive David Richardson said.