Hampshire U-turn on Kuggeleijn signing after fan backlash
Club had signed New Zealander for final four games, but will not now select him due to controversial past
Hampshire Cricket have announced that New Zealand all-rounder Scott Kuggeleijn will not play in their final four County Championship matches, following feedback from staff and supporters. The decision came after the club initially included Kuggeleijn in their squad for a match against Warwickshire. Kuggeleijn, 34, faced a rape charge in 2015, which was later dropped after a re-trial and an acquittal in 2017.
The Hampshire Cricket statement emphasized the club's appreciation for the fanbase's support and their commitment to the final fixtures of the season. Kuggeleijn, who has spent 12 years with Northern Districts, has represented the Black Caps in three Test matches and two one-day internationals. Currently, Hampshire find themselves at the bottom of Division One in the County Championships, 16 points behind Leicestershire.
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