Sandpaper-gate takes another turn as former coach accused of asking Steve Smith, Cameron Bancroft not to reveal truth

New revelations have emerged in Australia's 2018 ball-tampering scandal, with former bowling coach David Saker accused of advising Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft to conceal their use of sandpaper. Usman Khawaja's memoir suggests the conspiracy extended beyond just the two players who were sanctioned, implicating the broader team. Saker is alleged to have encouraged players to find unconventional ways to generate reverse swing during the infamous Cape Town Test.