English Crowd Mocks Steve Smith Singing ‘We Say You Cry on the Telly’, During The 1st Ashes Test.
England Vs Australia 1st Ashes Test 2023 : Ashes is a cricket series that transcends the boundaries of a typical Test match. It represents a storied on-field rivalry between the cricketing powerhouses of England and Australia, capturing the passion and intensity shared by the players and the fans who flock to stadiums in large numbers to witness the spectacle. The ongoing first Test at Edgbaston provided a perfect example of this fierce competition.
The English supporters present at the match directed their attention towards Australian vice-captain Steve Smith. Singing a derogatory song titled ‘Cry on the Telly,’ the crowd attempted to mock Smith, alluding to the infamous Sandpaper gate incident that took place in South Africa in 2018.
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In the ill-fated events of the Sandpaper gate, Cameron Bancroft was caught on camera tampering with the ball by rubbing it with a piece of sandpaper. This act of ball tampering was later revealed to have been premeditated, involving Bancroft, Smith, and David Warner. The three players accepted their wrongdoings and were subsequently handed bans from international cricket. Smith and Warner, in particular, showed remorse and contrition as they faced the media, with tears streaming down their faces.