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Cricket News: Footage emerges of why Tom Curran was banned for four matches | Footage of Tom Curran intimidating umpire
Seemingly out of nowhere, Sydney Sixers and England all-rounder Tom Curran was suspended for four Big Bash League (BBL) matches for intimidating an official in the leadup to the Sixers’ clash against Hobart Hurricanes back on December 11.
Sixers have confirmed they will appeal the decision after Curran was charged with a Level 3 offence under Cricket Australia’s Code of Conduct. However, footage has since emerged of the incident, and the all-rounder has copped widespread criticism for how he conducted himself.
Curran was working on his bowling run up ahead of the clash, but was running on the playing surface. The umpire attempted to put a stop to it, but Curran continued, and attempted to shoulder charge the umpire on the way through. He only just missed.
Tom Curran criticised for intimidating umpire during BBL 13
Fans on social media believe Curran was fortunate to only get four matches. Here are some the reactions to the footage.
Sydney Sixers will line up against Adelaide Strikers in the 11th match of BBL 13 on Friday December 22. They won’t have Curran available for the clash, but will welcome back Sean Abbott.
The men in magenta have won their first two matches and will be looking to continue the run against a confident Strikers side who chased above 200 against Sydney Thunder earlier this week.
