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Brian Devine, the English amateur cricketer known as 'Clicky Ponting' for his finger-clicking trickery, has been banned from all cricket under the England and Wales Cricket Board's jurisdiction for two years, until September 29, 2028. The North Yorkshire and South Durham Cricket League imposed the ban after a detailed investigation into his conduct during a match in July. Devine's club, Saltburn Cricket Club, has also been fined £300 and their second XI team has been relegated to Division Three of the league, starting the 2027 season with a 60-point deduction. Both Devine and Saltburn admitted the charges but appealed the sanctions, with the appeal being heard on October 26 and concluded with the current outcome.
The controversy began when a video of Devine clicking his fingers to mimic the sound of a ball hitting the bat went viral on social media, leading to widespread media coverage. The league's investigation included player interviews, written statements, and a review of video footage. Although Devine was the only player sanctioned, the league believed other members of the Saltburn team were involved.
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