What Shane Warne says is correct. There were 14 previous incidents (including two incidents of Indians involvement) of ball tampering before this and no one made such hue and cry. For ball tampering offences, ICC Rule Book says penalty of maximum one or two matches ban and upto 100% match fee cut. ICC followed this Rule in Smith's case and imposed a penalty more than anybody involved in 14 previous incidents.
But no one is satisfied with this penalty saying ICC is soft on Australians and seeking life ban for Smith and Warner which ICC Rule book does not permit. No one sought for such a penalty on the opposition captain du Plesis, who is a two time offender.
Indian former Players are also seeking the head of Smith. Why they have not asked for the head of Rahul Dravid when he was found guilty of ball tampering and was imposed a penalty of only 50% of match fees.
Smith was their captain and no.1 Test Player but Cricket Australia did not hesitate to take harsh action against him. I am sure no other Cricket Board would dare to take such an action against their captain and lead players.
Since Smith received due penalty, it would be better to leave the matter for once.
Re: crocodile tears of aussies
by SRINIVASAN on Mar 29, 2018 07:44 PM
ALL NATIONS ARE CHEATING ON CRICKET FIELD BY ONE OR SOME OTHER WAY. So my feeling is one thief should not point his finger to other. Heavy punishment. CA should reconsider its decision.
