Cricket side under fire after signing player acquitted of rape, indecent assault charges
Hampshire have faced backlash from fans after naming New Zealand cricketer Scott Kuggeleijn in their squad without announcing his signing. Kuggeleijn, who was acquitted of rape and indecent assault charges in 2017, has previously faced protests over his selection. One fan called the move “a disgrace”, while another labelled it “shameful” and “a new low for the club”.
Hampshire cricket club is facing backlash from supporters after signing controversial New Zealand cricketer Scott Kuggeleijn for their upcoming County Championship match against Warwickshire. Kuggeleijn, 34, was charged with rape and indecent assault in 2015, but was acquitted after a second trial following a hung jury in the initial trial.
Despite his legal acquittal, his past has been the subject of protests, with fans objecting to his inclusion in New Zealand and domestic teams, including a demonstration at Eden Park in 2019. Hampshire, currently at the bottom of Division One in the County Championship, is fighting to avoid relegation and has 16 points to play for against Warwickshire.
The club's decision to sign Kuggeleijn without publicly announcing it has led to criticism, with fans describing it as "a disgrace" and "a new low for the club."
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