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Essex's Championship Hope Dashed After 12-Point Deduction Over Bat Controversy
Cricket Discipline Commission: Essex's hopes of clinching this year's County Championship title have been dealt a severe blow after the club was docked 12 points by the Cricket Discipline Commission (CDC). The sanction comes following an investigation into the use of an oversized bat by Essex player Feroz Khushi during the opening match of the season in April.
The punishment, which has been looming over Essex for much of the season, was confirmed in a ruling by the CDC. In response, the club issued a statement accepting the decision, but there is notable discontent within the Essex camp.
In their official statement, Essex expressed regret over the outcome but stressed their commitment to upholding the integrity of the game and adhering to regulations in the future. The club also raised concerns about the inconsistencies in the regulatory process, particularly regarding the bat gauges used during the investigation, and will be writing to the CDC, Cricket Regulator, and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to seek further clarification.
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- 06 Feb 2021 04:31