Australian cricketer Steve O'Keefe was fined $10,000 for violating Cricket Australia's code of behaviour on Monday. According to The Guardian, Keefe was involved in an incident at a pub in Manly, Sydney and was given an infringement notice by the New South Wales police for offensive behaviour
"The man allegedly verbally abused the security and management personnel, and refused to leave," said a media statement from the NSW police, according to ESPNCricinfo. O'Keefe recently returned to Australia after sustaining an injury while on tour in Sri Lanka.
In a statement, O'Keefe expressed regret and took full responsibility for his actions. "I know I failed to uphold the high standards expected of a NSW [New South Wales] and Australian cricketer and apologise to all concerned," he said. "I take full responsibility for my actions and accept the sanction handed to me by Cricket Australia."
