New Zealand fined for slow over-rate in England defeat

The Kiwis were ruled two overs short of the target when time allowances were considered by match referee Andy Pycroft.

(Reuters)

Captain Kane Williamson accepted a fine of 40 percent of his match fee, while his players received a fine of 20 percent.

"If there is a second minor over-rate offence committed by New Zealand during the event with Williamson as captain, he will be suspended for one match," the ICC said in a statement.

New Zealand suffered an 87 run defeat by hosts England, who became the first country to reach the semi-finals, and have yet to win in this year's tournament. [nL3N1J34G2]

They can still reach the semis if they beat Bangladesh in their final game and Australia lose to England.

(Reporting by Hardik Vyas in Bengaluru; Editing by Ken Ferris)