Vernon Philander fined for using ‘inappropriate language’ at Jos Buttler – after England man swore at South Africa bowler earlier in Test series
Vernon Philander clearly hasn't forgiven Jos Buttler for calling him a 'f***ing k***head' in the second Test of England's tour of South Africa.
This is because the South Africa bowler has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee for a similar offence after dismissing Buttler in the fourth Test.
The seamer shouted in Buttler's direction after removing him for 20 on day two in Johannesburg but was judged to have used 'inappropriate language'.
He was also given one demerit point by the International Cricket Council after being charged with "using language, actions or gestures which disparage or which could provoke an aggressive reaction from a batter".
Philander, 34, will retire from Test cricket after this match while Buttler's Test career with England hangs in the balance due to his faltering form.
Their feud started earlier in the series with the stump microphone at Newlands Cricket Ground picking up the England wicket-keeper call his opponent a ‘f***ing kn*bhead’ as the tourists desperately searched for the final South African wickets.
Philander, who eventually fell to Ben Stokes, had proved stubborn at the crease and tempers began to flare as time ran out.
Buttler took exception to Philander refusing to get out of the way of a throw over the stumps as he looked to resume the match as quickly as possible.
The glovesman launched a furious verbal tirade at the South African, who appeared confused.
Buttler could be heard shouting ‘f***ing move’ before Sky Sports commentator Mike Atherton was forced to apologise to viewers moments later.
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Buttler was also fined 15 per cent of his match fee. He has since apologised for his comments.
England all-rounder Ben Stokes was also fined the same amount of his match fee and given a demerit point for swearing at a spectator when he was dismissed on day one of the fourth Test.
The tourists currently lead the series 2-1 and are in a good position to win the fourth and final match.
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