Coverage dated November 6, 2026

‘Clicky Ponting’ handed two-year suspension over cricket cheating scandal

Headline from Al Jazeera

Amateur cricketer was clicking his fingers while fielding to trick umpire into thinking the batsman had edged the ball.

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BBC News
Two-year ban for 'Clicky Ponting' cricketer (opens BBC News)
Published Nov 6, 2026
BBC News's feed description
An amateur cricketer is banned for two years for his role in the ‘Clicky Ponting’ cheating scandal that made headlines across the globe.
Al Jazeera
‘Clicky Ponting’ handed two-year suspension over cricket cheating scandal (opens Al Jazeera)
Published Nov 6, 2026
Al Jazeera's feed description
Amateur cricketer was clicking his fingers while fielding to trick umpire into thinking the batsman had edged the ball.