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Randiv gets one-match suspension Sri Lanka vs India.

Suraj Randiv has been suspended by Sri Lanka Cricket for one match following the no-ball controversy that marred the finish of the match between India and Sri Lanka. His match fees for the game have been forfeited.

Tillakaratne Dilshan was also punished for his role in the incident, and he too lost his match fees. Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara has been advised to ensure that such incidents are not repeated in the future.

SLC said the incident went against the spirit of the game. “Sri Lanka Cricket is extremely proud of its team and their achievements over the years. It is of paramount importance to maintain the discipline of the Gentlemen’s game, especially with Sri Lanka Cricket being winners of the ‘ICC Spirit of the Game’ award for two consecutive years,” the SLC release said.

With Virender Sehwag on 99 and India one run away from victory, Randiv bowled a big no-ball that denied the batsman a chance to get his century. Sehwag initially reacted in a sporting manner but later said Randiv had done it deliberately. Sehwag also speculated that Randiv was acting on orders from senior players in the side.

Sangakkara denied playing any role in the incident and said he hoped it was not deliberate. Though Randiv later apologised to Sehwag, SLC instructed the team management to probe the incident. Following the enquiry, Dilshan’s role in the incident has come to light.