Suryakumar Yadav apologized to Daryl Mitchell on behalf of Arshdeep Singh after an incident during the T20 World Cup final.
Key points
• Incident details
Arshdeep Singh was fined 15% of his match fee and given a demerit point by the ICC for throwing a ball that hit Daryl Mitchell during the T20 World Cup final.
• Leadership response
Suryakumar Yadav personally apologized to Mitchell, emphasizing the importance of setting a positive example as a leader.
• Public apology
Arshdeep eventually issued a public apology, and both players shook hands after India’s 96-run victory to retain the trophy.
• Mitchell’s reaction
Mitchell took the incident in stride, and Suryakumar clarified that the apology was extended regardless of whether the throw was deliberate.
