WITNEY Mills cricketers say they were shocked by the incident that led to the abandonment of their Cherwell League match at home to Division leaders Bicester & North Oxford on Saturday, writes MICHAEL KNOX
The flare-up occurred following a collision between a Witney batsman, who was going for a run, and a Bicester bowler.
Witney, chasing Bicester's total of 261-8, were 107-6 at the time of the abandonment.
It is understood that no physical injury took place.
"I can confirm that there was a simply awful and prolonged incident during our match," said Mills captain Mike Dove.
"It has left the players, members and supporters of Witney Mills Cricket Club very upset, angry and in a state of shock.
"At this stage I think it best not to comment further on the matter.
"All the relevant reports have been submitted and the matter is now being dealt with by the Cherwell League."
One of the umpires, Mick Belcher, said: "I've never seen anything like it in more than 50 years of umpiring cricket."
Bicester secretary Wes Kernaghan said: "We are still gathering detailed reports on the incident.
"When we receive them, we will take the appropriate action."
Cherwell League officials were unavailable to speak on the matter.
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