Brian Devine, nicknamed 'Clicky Ponting', has been banned from cricket for two years following a cheating scandal at Saltburn Cricket Club. During a match, Devine was caught clicking his fingers at first slip to trick the umpire into believing the batsman had edged the ball, drawing comparisons to former Australian captain Ricky Ponting. The north Yorkshire and south Durham league launched an investigation after the incident went viral.
Saltburn Cricket Club has been fined £300, and their second XI has been relegated to the third division with a 60-point deduction for the upcoming season. The club stated they fully participated in the disciplinary proceedings and accept the appeal decision, focusing now on preparations for the 2027 season. Sky Sports News has contacted the north Yorkshire Cricket Board and Saltburn for further comment.
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