PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad – The suspension and fine of West Indies wicketkeeper Denesh Ramdin sent a firm, tough reminder that the International Cricket Council still values fair play and honesty in the gentlemen’s game, despite the ugly incidents of spotfixing and matchfixing in recent years. On Friday, Mr Ramdin claimed a low catch off Pakistan captain Misbah-ul-Haq before he had scored off fast bowler Kemar Roach in the ninth over of the innings. It was the West Indies team’s first match of the Champions Trophy, against Pakistan. After reviewing video evidence and a hearing to evaluate the incident, the ICC imposed a two-match ban and 100 per cent fee forfeit on the wicketkeeper, a stern reprimand which has caused ripples of concern among veteran cricketers.
