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Phil Salt’s Bat Used in IPL and Vitality Blast T20 Cleared by Authorities After Initially Failing ‘Gauge Test’ for Size

ENGLAND, JUL 8 – The Cricket Regulator's Anti-Corruption Unit cleared Salt's bat after further tests found it compliant despite initial gauge failure, with no disciplinary action taken.

  • Phil Salt's bat was initially deemed to have failed an on-field gauge test during a match but was later cleared after further examination by the Cricket Regulator's Anti-Corruption Unit .
  • The Cricket Regulator found the bat compliant with regulations after an investigation on July 7, stating that no further action would be taken against Salt or Lancashire.
  • Lancashire Cricket indicated that the situation could have been avoided with better processes and training, highlighting issues with match commentators and media coverage.
  • Following the incident, there were inappropriate comments and inaccurate articles regarding Salt, which could have been prevented.
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The Global Herald broke the news in on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
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