ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – In a major flip of occasions for regional cricket, Cricket West Indies (CWI) has formally withdrawn the four-match suspension beforehand imposed on John Campbell, captain of the Jamaica Scorpions, following a complete evaluation by its Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Tribunal held on Friday, April 4, 2025.
Although Campbell’s case was indirectly on the Tribunal’s agenda, the listening to—initially convened to evaluate fees in opposition to Barbados Delight captain Raymon Reifer—in the end raised broader issues in regards to the procedural equity underpinning each instances. These developments led CWI to reassess its disciplinary actions and retract the penalty imposed on Campbell.
Flawed process, not defective intent
The Tribunal was set to look at Reifer’s conduct throughout the CG United Super50 Remaining held on November 23, 2024. Nonetheless, the panel decided that the way wherein fees had been introduced ahead was procedurally flawed, rendering the case ineligible for formal listening to.
In a consequential ripple impact, the CWI acknowledged comparable procedural points in Campbell’s case, prompting the group to withdraw the disciplinary cost, regardless of Campbell’s earlier admission of wrongdoing.
“We acknowledge the Tribunal’s observations and respect their position in guaranteeing procedural equity,” said Miles Bascombe, CWI Director of Cricket. “Whereas Mr. Campbell’s expression of regret and admission has been accepted, we acknowledge the issues raised throughout Reifer’s listening to concerning the general course of and have determined to withdraw the suspension.”
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Admission nonetheless stands, however course of prevails
Whereas Campbell’s apology and acceptance of accountability stay on the report, CWI clarified that this determination was not primarily based on the advantage or innocence of the unique cost, however solely on the procedural error within the cost’s submission.
“That mentioned,” Bascombe emphasised, “this doesn’t absolve people of accountability the place there have been critical breaches. No ruling has been made to declare a winner or overturn any match final result—that is purely a matter of addressing procedural equity. Neither has anybody been discovered responsible or harmless of fees.”
No decision on prize cash or match charges
Whereas the disciplinary penalty in opposition to Campbell has been dropped, CWI confirmed that monetary penalties tied to the disrupted Super50 Remaining stay in place. The withholding of prize cash and match charges for each groups stands unresolved, because the Tribunal didn’t challenge any ruling on that matter.
The ultimate match, which didn’t happen below controversial circumstances, stays with no declared victor—a uncommon however telling second in West Indies cricket that underscores the excessive requirements of self-discipline and equity upheld by CWI.
Consistency guides subsequent steps for Reifer
According to the findings of the Tribunal, CWI additionally confirmed that no additional disciplinary proceedings will likely be pursued in opposition to Raymon Reifer at this stage, sustaining parity in its strategy.
The impartial disciplinary panel was chaired by Mr. Justice Patrick Thompson Jr and included a revered group of authorized and cricketing minds: Mr. Justice Dale Staple, Mme. Justice Jacqueline Cornelius-Thorne, Mr. T. Michael Findlay, and Mr. Sylvester Joseph.
A defining second for governance in West Indies cricket
This growth indicators a transparent message from CWI: integrity is non-negotiable, however so too is due course of. By accepting the Tribunal’s critique and correcting course, the group demonstrates a balanced dedication to self-discipline, equity, and procedural rigor.
Because the regional cricketing fraternity displays on this uncommon disciplinary reversal, the bigger takeaway is evident—justice in sport will not be solely about outcomes, however about how these outcomes are reached.
