Jason Gillespie criticizes Cricket Australia's handling of Steve Smith's punishment

Jason Gillespie has expressed criticism towards Cricket Australia's treatment of Steve Smith following the Sandpapergate controversy. As Australia prepares for their first Test series in South Africa since 2018, Gillespie questioned whether the punishments given to the players were just. He noted that Smith, who is now vice-captain, was not adequately supported after the scandal, suggesting that he was 'thrown to the wolves' by the management. Gillespie emphasized that while the players were wrong, the reactions and sanctions were disproportionate. The first Test is set for October 9 in Durban, with expectations of an intense reception from South African crowds regarding the past incident.

• 4:32 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Did the punishment fit the crime? Maybe not’: Jason Gillespie criticises how Cricket Australia handled Steve Smith after Sandpapergate