World Cup streaker remanded in custody

Most of the crowd at the first Pool A match between New Zealand and Sri Lanka at the ICC Cricket World Cup were well-behaved. Photo / Brett Phibbs

The man charged with streaking at Saturday's opening Cricket World Cup game in Christchurch has been remanded in custody.

The 26 year-old's been charged with pitch invasion and could face a fine of up to $5000 or even three months' jail, NewstalkZB reported.

He was expected to appear in the Christchurch District Court today after being released on bail.

Instead he was remanded without appearing until Friday.