Mitchell Marsh dodges Usman Khawaja claims as Cummins vows to speak on Australia sandpapergate scandal
Reported by BBC Sport ·
Marsh avoids revisiting the saga
Marsh was asked about the ball-tampering episode, known as sandpapergate, after Khawaja’s book brought it back into focus. He repeatedly said he would not revisit his recollections of South Africa.
Cummins promises a response
He said he would “respond properly,” according to Cummins. Former batter Boon said, “We absolutely support Pat,” the newspaper The Australian reported.
Khawaja calls for responsibility
Much of the discussion since the book’s release has focused on whether Cummins and the other bowlers knew about the plan. Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon remain part of the team.
Key points
- Marsh repeatedly declined to revisit his recollections of South Africa.
- Cummins said he would respond after taking time to understand Khawaja’s allegations.
- Khawaja said players should take collective responsibility for the sandpaper plan.
- The debate concerns what Cummins and other bowlers knew during the 2018 series.