Top 5 Most Shocking Ball-Tampering Scandals in Cricket History
Top 5 most shocking ball-tampering scandals in cricket history that sparked controversy and strict actions
5. Faf du Plessis (South Africa) vs Australia: 2016
Another high-profile ball-tampering episode surfaced during the 2016 Test between the Australia national cricket team and the South Africa national cricket team in Hobart, involving then South African captain Faf du Plessis.
Television footage appeared to show du Plessis applying saliva mixed with a mint to shine the ball, raising questions over whether an artificial substance had been used. Although du Plessis strongly denied any intent to breach the rules, the International Cricket Council found him guilty of ball-tampering. He was subsequently fined his match fee, sparking widespread debate within the cricketing world.
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