Cricket Australia chief executive James Sutherland has publicly apologised to fans, in the wake of the ball tampering scandal that has engulfed the Australian team currently playing in South Africa.
On day three of the third Test match in Cape Town, Australian opening batsman Cameron Bancroft was caught on camera trying to alter the condition of the ball using a piece of yellow tape, before it was revealed that the instruction came down from captain, Steve Smith.
In an open letter, Sutherland didn't hold back in his condemnation of Smith and his side, whilst apologising to Australian supporters.
"As I said at a media conference earlier today, Cricket Australia and Australian cricket fans expect high standards from cricketers representing our country, and on this occasion these standards have not been met," Sutherland said.
"We know how you feel and have heard your feedback loud and clear. We share your anger and disappointment."
"All Australians, like us, want answers and we will keep you updated on our findings, as a matter of urgency."
Smith was stripped of the captaincy for the final day of the third Test, with wicketkeeper Tim Paine taking the reigns of the side as Australia crashed to a whopping 322 run loss.
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