Todd Greenberg, CEO of Cricket Australia, has dismissed the possibility of revisiting the controversial 'Sandpapergate' scandal. Greenberg sees no justification for reopening the investigation, despite recent assertions from former player Usman Khawaja.
In his memoir, Khawaja claims that the plan to use sandpaper on cricket balls during a match against South Africa in 2018 was well known among teammates, rather than confined to a select few players.
Khawaja's comments have reignited the public debate about the scandal, drawing attention once again to an embarrassing chapter in Australian cricket. Greenberg has acknowledged Khawaja’s statements but remains firm that reopening the case would not be beneficial.
The original investigation led to severe penalties for players Steve Smith, David Warner, and Cameron Bancroft, who were identified as the main actors. Despite Khawaja’s claims, Greenberg maintains that there is no need for further action.
David Warner, who suffered a leadership ban as a result of the incident, has supported Khawaja's version, saying it reflects reality. Warner took to social media to express his alignment with Khawaja, emphasizing the importance of addressing unresolved issues rather than reopening the investigation.
