Angry ECB lay counter-claim against Jadeja
The England and Wales Cricket Board have reacted with anger to the news that fast bowler James Anderson has been charged with a level three offence by the ICC, which could see him banned for up to four Tests.
The England and Wales Cricket Board have reacted with anger to the news that fast bowler James Anderson has been charged with a level three offence by the ICC, which could see him banned for up to four Tests.
Anderson was reported to the match referee at Trent Bridge by the India management, for allegedly shoving and shouting abuse at Ravindra Jadeja during the match. He now has to stand before a hearing panel in the next two weeks.
The ECB were outraged by the news, saying in a statement: "The ECB has today reacted with surprise that the India team has made allegations against James Anderson under Level 3 of the ICC Code of Conduct for a minor incident involving Ravindra Jadeja during the first Investec Test match at Trent Bridge.
"In the light of this the ECB has notified the ICC of its intention to lodge code of conduct breaches against Jadeja.
"James Anderson categorically denies the accusations made against him and the ECB has pledged their total support for the player should he be charged by ICC.
"Under ICC Code of Conduct regulations the ECB cannot make any further comment and enquiries should be directed to the ICC in Dubai."
Latest
-
NewsChris Jordan holds his nerve to secure tight victory for Southern Brave
Rockets grounded as Phoenix rise for handsome win.
-
NewsJames Hildreth helps Somerset to five-wicket victory over Yorkshire
The game was reduced to 20 overs per side by rain.
-
NewsOllie Pope believes England have the quality to cope without absent Ben Stokes
All-rounder Stokes has taken indefinite leave from all cricket in a bid to safeguard his mental health.
-
NewsManchester Originals men move to second in Hundred table with win at Welsh Fire
The Originals chased down their victory target with five balls to spare.
-
NewsJack Leach says Ben Stokes has the support of all the England squad
The pair teamed up for a memorable Ashes win at Headingley in 2019.
-
NewsKevin Pietersen hopes a break from the action benefits Ben Stokes
The 30-year-old England all-rounder is prioritising his mental health.
-
NewsBen Stokes taking break from cricket for mental health reasons
The 30-year-old all-rounder will play no part in the forthcoming Test series against India.
-
NewsECB putting player welfare first as coronavirus hampers Ashes travel plans
Talks with Cricket Australia over travel arrangements are set to take place during the coming weeks.
-
NewsNat Sciver and fiancee Katherine Brunt hoping to help others ‘be themselves’
The England internationals began dating in 2017 and were engaged around 18 months later.
-
NewsECB to support Stonewall’s Rainbow Laces campaign from July 30 to August 1
Players in the Royal London One-Day Cup and The Hundred will wear rainbow laces, while the stumps across both competitions will be rainbow-branded.