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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Sam Brookes

Saltburn concede match after ‘Clicky Ponting’ cricket scandal goes viral

  • Saltburn Cricket Club have been forced to cancel a match after becoming embroiled in a finger-clicking scandal.
  • Saltburn’s second team were due to face Marton’s second XI in a cup fixture on Wednesday, but have conceded the game after telling BBC Sport that they could not get enough players due to the “holiday season”.
  • This concession comes just days after an alleged cheating scandal went viral, with Saltburn fielder Brian Devine accused of clicking his fingers to simulate an edge in order to fool the umpire into giving an opposition batter out.
  • The online footage of the incident has been shared around the world, with the scandal dubbed “Clicky Ponting” by some, including broadcaster Piers Morgan.
  • An investigation has been launched into the incident, and it has now been confirmed Saltburn’s second team will not return to action on Wednesday.
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