Saltburn Cricket Club has suspended a player, ironically nicknamed “Clicky Ponting”, after he was accused of cheating during a local league match by clicking his fingers to sound like a batsman fielding the ball. The incident, which happened during Saltburn’s second XI win over Norton, went viral on social media after video footage emerged showing the fielder making the noise before the wicketkeeper completed the catch. The umpire awarded the batter, sparking widespread criticism online.Responding to the controversy, Saltburn Cricket Club, an English outfit, said they were taking the allegations seriously and had suspended the player pending an investigation.In a statement, the club said, “We are treating this allegation with the utmost seriousness and, as a family-oriented club, we are fully cooperating with the NYS League’s investigation.”The statement added, “The player at the center of the complaint has been suspended and will not play again for the club this season or in the foreseeable future, pending the outcome of this investigation.”Saltburn also withdrew from their second-team cup match against Marton while the investigation continues. Club officials have spoken to league representatives and say the situation is difficult for everyone involved.They added, “This is a distressing and distressing experience for all concerned, and we ask that this reality be kept in mind and that personal boundaries are respected, as we are an amateur club run entirely by volunteers.”The viral clip has now been viewed more than 7.5 million times on X, with some famous people denouncing the alleged act.