TOPTimes of India Sports · 4 hours agoLive
‘You did nothing wrong’: Faf reveals message to Steve Smith during Sandpapergate
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WHY IT MATTERS
The exchange reveals how top cricket leaders publicly defended each other during a high‑profile scandal, highlighting the personal toll of media scrutiny on players.
WHAT HAPPENED
During the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, Faf du Plessis reached out to Steve Smith to offer his support. He questioned why Smith accepted blame for the incident despite not being culpable. Drawing from his own experience with a similar charge in 2016, du Plessis expressed empathy for Smith's situation under intense media criticism. Their mutual respect, evident from past support, solidified a bond that resonated within both teams.
WHAT TO WATCH
- •Watch for any further statements or actions from cricket governing bodies regarding the fallout from the 2018 incident
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