The recent discharge of David Teeger as captain of South Africa’s U19 cricket team has caused a global controversy, drawing criticism from some over the International Cricket Council’s refusal to intervene. Teeger’s dismissal is believed to have been politically motivated, highlighting the need for sports governing bodies to take a more proactive stance in preserving the principles of sportsmanship, fairness, and meritocracy. The situation has brought to light the larger issue of how to safeguard sports from sociopolitical interferences.
