Cricket is commonly known as the ‘gentleman’s game’ with those who take part traditionally placing a significant emphasis on fair play, etiquette and mutual respect.
Such values seemingly haven’t landed at Saltburn CC after the North Yorkshire club was embroiled in a cheating storm that has gone viral online and on social media.
The video evidence appears damning. Multiple clips show slip fielder Brian Devine clicking his fingers as the ball passes the batsman to mimic the sound of an edge.
Devine’s aim is as clear as it is shocking – to con the umpire into giving his team a wicket. It’s hard
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