Overview
- Suryakumar told PTI he spoke directly to Mitchell to convey regret over Arshdeep’s throw.
- During the final, Arshdeep’s return throw struck Mitchell, prompting a confrontation that drew interventions from the India captain and on-field umpires.
- The ICC penalized Arshdeep 15% of his match fee and issued one demerit point for the conduct.
- Arshdeep later apologized publicly, saying the ball reverse-swung and the hit was unintentional, and he and Mitchell shook hands after India's 96-run win to retain the title.
- Head coach Gautam Gambhir said no apology was necessary, backing the bowler’s intensity in a high-pressure moment.