Australia leg-spinner Adam Zampa has found himself in trouble after being found guilty of breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the first ODI against South Africa at Cairns. The incident happened when Zampa lost his temper after a misfield and overthrow on his bowling in the 37th over of South Africa's innings. His use of inappropriate language was caught by the stump microphone and sent across the world, and the match officials took prompt action. ICC's Official Statement on Zampa's Offence As per the International Cricket Council (ICC), Zampa violated Article 2.3 of the Code of Conduct, which involves the "use of an audible obscenity during an international match." It is considered a Level 1 offence, the lowest grade in the ICC's disciplinary hierarchy. Level 1 offences normally carry: A minimum of an official reprimand A maximum of 50% of the player's fees for the match One or two demerit points on the record of discipline In the case of Zampa, he has been formally warned and issued one demerit point, his first in the previous 24 months. Also Read | Six and gone! Dewald Brevis suffers early exit in his debut ODI Zampa Accepts the Sanction The issue was adjudicated by Andy Pycroft, a panelist on Emirates ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees. As Zampa owned up to his offense and accepted the fine, no disciplinary hearing was held. Therefore, the suspension is a formal warning for the Australian spinner to remain calm on the field. Match Context - South Africa's Dominant Victory The incident marred an otherwise good performance from South Africa in the opening game of the series. Batting first, the Proteas put up a good target of 298 runs, with captain Aiden Markram top scoring. Zampa had an ordinary game despite bowling in a spin-friendly conditions, managing only 1/58, while part-time bowler Travis Head surprisingly picked up 4 wickets. Australia's batting collapsed while chasing, and South Africa won by a comprehensive 98 runs, taking the three-match series 1-0. Zampa, aside from his sole wicket, added 11 runs with the bat, but his anger spilled over in the Proteas innings, ultimately resulting in the reprimand.