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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Minute: On Australia's Cricket Cheating Scandal

Why is a cricketer tampering with a ball causing such outrage in Australia?

A national team player was caught on camera breaking the rules by altering the surface of the ball. Former players, the public, and even the Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull are all upset the country's top players have been involved in cheating in a game well known for fair play.

The Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Kirsten Webster explains why this scandal resonates with all Australians.

(Photo Credit: Photo of Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft. Ashley Vlotman/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

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