Steve Smith was handed a 1-year ban on March 28 for his involvement in ball tampering.

What happened?

The incident occurred during the Newlands Test against South Africa, where Smith and Cameron Bancroft were caught on camera tampering with the ball.

Why it matters for Steve Smith

Smith's ban is a significant blow to his career, as he was found to have knowledge of the plan to artificially alter the condition of the ball and failed to take steps to prevent it.

What comes next?

The ban will keep Smith out of the game for 1 year, but he will be permitted to play club cricket to maintain links with the cricket community.

Steve Smith, David Warner, and Cameron Bancroft were charged with a breach of Article 2.3.5 of the CA Code of Conduct.

The charges against Smith include knowledge of a potential plan to attempt to artificially alter the condition of the ball and failure to take steps to prevent the development and implementation of that plan.

On March 28, Cricket Australia issued the bans, with Smith and Warner receiving 1-year bans and Bancroft receiving a 9-month suspension.

The incident has sparked widespread criticism, with many calling for stricter penalties for ball tampering.

The CA Board determined the sanctions after reviewing the report and considering the recommendations.

The sanctions will be offered to each player in accordance with the CA Code of Conduct process.

All three players will be encouraged to play club cricket to maintain links with the cricket community.

The incident has damaged the reputation of Australian cricket, with many fans expressing disappointment and frustration.

The bans will have a significant impact on the Australian team, with Smith and Warner being key players.

The team will have to rebuild and find new players to fill the gaps left by Smith and Warner.

The incident has also raised questions about the culture of the Australian team and the need for stricter penalties for ball tampering.

The CA Board has taken a strong stance against ball tampering, and the bans will serve as a deterrent to other players.

The incident has sparked a wider debate about the need for stricter penalties for ball tampering in cricket.

The bans will be a significant blow to the careers of Smith, Warner, and Bancroft, but will also serve as a reminder of the importance of fair play in cricket.