Sachin Tendulkar Reacts To Ball Tampering Controversy
Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar has responded on the recent Ball Tampering incident, in the Cape Town test between South Africa and Australia. It is known that Captain Steve Smith and Vice-captain David Warner have been handed a one year ban, along with a 9-month ban to Cameron Bancroft, who has implemented the leadership group’s plan to use sandpaper to change the ball’s shape. The legendary has appealed the cricket community to let alone the players and give some space, following their public apologies over the shocking incident.
“They are regretting and hurting and will have to live with the consequences of their act. Spare a thought for their families as they have much to endure along with the players. Time for all of us to take a step back and give them some space,” read Sachin’s tweet.
They are regretting and hurting and will have to live with the consequences of their act. Spare a thought for their families as they have much to endure along with the players. Time for all of us to take a step back and give them some space. — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 29, 2018
Earlier, Sachin has called the ball tampering incident unfortunate and backed the decision to sanction the players correct.
Cricket has been known as a gentleman's game. It's a game that I believe should be played in the purest form. Whatever has happened is unfortunate but the right decision has been taken to uphold the integrity of the game. Winning is important but the way you win is more important — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 28, 2018
Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has ridiculed Cricket Australia’s decision to ban the players for one year.
A year ban for ball tempering ?? That’s a joke.What kind of crime they have done ?Taking the game away from someone for a year is absolutely nonsense.understand if ban was for 1 test series or 2 but this is ridiculous.hope @CricketAus reduce th ban @stevesmith49 @davidwarner31 — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) March 29, 2018
England batsman Kevin Peitersen has felt sorry for Steve Smith, Warner and Bancroft following their ban.
I’ve woken up this morning actually gutted for Smith, Warner & Bancroft. — Kevin Pietersen (@KP24) March 28, 2018
Yes they were involved and will be sanctioned but I’m afraid they weren’t the only ones(& I don’t think anyone else believes they were)...
I hope they get a fair trial.
Also Read: Jasprit Bumrah’s Shocking Tweet About Steve Smith?
Just seen @stevesmith49’s press conference. As a parent, I’m gutted for him & his family! — Kevin Pietersen (@KP24) March 29, 2018
Shout me down if you want, but I’m speaking as a parent!
It will get better mate!
Former England batsman Michael Vaughan took the players’s side and felt that they deserve a second chance.
‘Good people make mistakes’ .. I honestly think Steve Smith & Cam Bancroft are decent guys who had a moment of madness .. they deserve a 2nd chance and hopefully get the right support around them now .. Takes a lot guts to do what they did today .. — Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) March 29, 2018
Former Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson came out in support of his former teammates..
I don’t condone what these players did it’s not the Australian way! Not sure if this is the right punishments, but these players will need accept it & learn from this. They are human & they have made a huge mistake. I hope they have the right people with them in this tough time — Mitchell Johnson (@MitchJohnson398) March 29, 2018 Tough to watch Cameron & Steve go through the 2 statements they just made. They will learn from this & be better in the future I’m sure! — Mitchell Johnson (@MitchJohnson398) March 29, 2018
Former South Africa captain Graeme Smith has reacted on the incident....
Anger seems to have increased post Sutherland’s presser, has he dug the hole deeper? I think so. Absolutely needed to own everything. #SandpaperGate — Graeme Smith (@GraemeSmith49) March 28, 2018 Lehmann should front up to the media today! #SandpaperGate — Graeme Smith (@GraemeSmith49) March 28, 2018
Former cricketer VVS Laxman has responded in support of Steve Smith after Cricket Australia announced a ban on him, alongside Warner and Bancroft.
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) March 29, 2018
Commentator Harsha Bhogle tweeted, “ Play hard, play fair. As our game should always be played.”
Play hard, play fair. As our game should always be played. https://t.co/fydmC9k0O7 — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) March 29, 2018
India opener Rohit Sharma expressed solidarity with the banned Australia players...
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) March 29, 2018
In a new twist to the controversy, Indian batsman Gautam Gambhir has raised questions on Cricket Australia targeting Warner and Smith for their revolt on the board for pay hike...
While cricket needs to be corruption-free but feel sanctions on Aussies bit harsh. Are @stevesmith49 & @davidwarner31 paying for revolt for pay hike? History has it administrators deride those who standup for players’ cause. Classic case: Ian Chappell #BallTampering #StevenSmith — Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) March 29, 2018
British Journalist Piers Morgan also reacted on the incident...
Very good piece. — Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) March 29, 2018
The Aussies indisputably crossed the line but ball-tampering skullduggery, in many forms, is clearly rife in professional cricket. When does it become ‘cheating’? https://t.co/SWhkvsUOw5
