# 'Sandpapergate' only part of the story behind reverse swing's decline

NEW DELHI, Nov 13 : The art of reverse swing is fading from test cricket, but fast bowlers and coaches say fear of punishment after the 2018 'Sandpapergate' scandal explains only part of the decline.The affair, which cost Steve Smith, David Warner and Cameron Bancroft lengthy bans and heavy fines, cast its s

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Publisher | CNA |
| Published | 2026-11-13T12:09:59.000Z |
| Section | World |
| Language | en |
| Publisher's article | https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/sandpapergate-only-part-story-behind-reverse-swings-decline-6549441 |
| Publishers covering this event | 1 |

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