Brian Devine banned for two years; Saltburn second XI relegated

The North Yorkshire and South Durham Cricket League imposed a two-year suspension on Brian Devine after a disciplinary review of footage and other evidence. Saltburn CC’s second XI was relegated, fined £300 and given a 60-point deduction for the 2027 season.

• The league’s three-person disciplinary panel reviewed footage, player interviews and written statements before deciding the case. Devine and Saltburn CC accepted misconduct charges.· 1 source
• Devine was suspended from cricket under the England and Wales Cricket Board’s jurisdiction from 30 September 2026 to 29 September 2028. The suspension covers playing, coaching, umpiring, scoring and managing junior teams.· 1 source
• Saltburn CC was fined £300, and its second XI was relegated to Division Three with a 60-point deduction for the 2027 season.· 1 source
• The league said its formal process was complete and asked people to respect that outcome; it also acknowledged that people had faced abuse online and in person.· 1 source