Pakistan players slapped with heavy fines for poor World Cup campaign

Key Highlights

• The decision was reportedly taken soon after Pakistan’s 61-run defeat to India in the group stage, a result that significantly dented their campaign.
• Players were informed that the penalty could be reconsidered if the team progressed to the last four.
• Although Pakistan avoided a third straight first-round exit by advancing to the Super Eight phase, their campaign soon faltered.
• A washout against New Zealand was followed by a loss to England, leaving them dependent on other results.
• New Zealand’s emphatic win over Sri Lanka further narrowed Pakistan’s qualification chances, and their own victory over Sri Lanka proved too modest to secure a last-four berth.