WI vs BAN: Alzarri Joseph fined for misconduct in first ODI against Bangladesh

West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph has been reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for breaching the Code of Conduct during the first ODI against Bangladesh in St. Kitts and Nevis.  

Joseph violated Article 2.3 of the ICC Code, which pertains to "the use of an audible obscenity." The incident occurred before the match started when Joseph used abusive language toward the fourth umpire after being asked not to step onto the pitch wearing spikes.  

As a result, Joseph has been fined 25% of his match fee and given one demerit point on his disciplinary record. This is his first ICC Code of Conduct violation in the past 24 months.  

However, this is not the first time Joseph has faced disciplinary action recently. Last month, Cricket West Indies (CWI) banned him for two matches following a heated exchange with captain Shai Hope during the final ODI against England. Frustrated with field placements, Joseph stormed off the field unannounced, leaving his team with only 10 players on the field. He later returned but continued to show signs of frustration.  

CWI Director of Cricket, Miles Bascombe, commented on the matter: "Alzarri's behavior did not align with the core values that Cricket West Indies upholds. Such conduct cannot be overlooked, and we have taken decisive action to ensure the gravity of the situation is fully acknowledged."  

Despite the controversies, Joseph continues to play a vital role for the West Indies, registering figures of 45/2 in his 10 overs during the match against England. However, his behavior on and off the field remains a concern for the team and its management.