'Cricket,' the so called gentlemen's game.
The restoration of the English monarchy in the 17th century paved the way for sports like cricket to evolve.
The Nobility revered the game of cricket, as it fuelled countless opportunities to gamble - how fitting.
In light of the recent controversial bribery confession of Zimbabwean cricketing idol Brendan Taylor, this was a man who had not been paid in eight months. It's a tragic tale.
The red flag was there, yet Taylor and many before him couldn't resist the lure.
This is Part 1 of some of the most controversial moments in cricket history.
Let's dive into the underbelly of cricket.
8. Joe the Cameraman (1999, number 18)
“can’t bowl, and he can’t throw’’.
These were the words of Joe 'The Cameraman' Previtera used to describe Australian fast-bowler Scott Muller, which was picked up on the effects microphone during the Second Test at Hobart in 1999 between Australia and Pakistan.
Shane Warne was made the scapegoat of the situation and maintained his innocence.
No one believed him, and Muller still has not accepted Warne after numerous approaches.
Previtera confessed to the quote on A Current Affair and Fox Cricket later in 2019, saying he was conversing with fellow workers.
