Liam Livingstone’s dismissal for 29 contributed to Lancashire’s T20 Blast semi-final loss against Somerset.
Lancashire Cricket has issued a statement condemning “misogynistic comments” circulating on social media following Liam Livingstone’s controversial dismissal during their semi-final defeat to Somerset in the Vitality Blast Finals Day.
Livingstone was adjudged lbw by on-field umpire James Middlebrook, a decision upheld by third umpire Sue Redfern after a review initiated by the England batter, who claimed an inside edge.
Subsequent social media commentary criticized Redfern’s verdict, with some questioning the appropriateness of a woman serving as third umpire in a men’s match.
“While the club remains deeply frustrated and disappointed with the decision, Lancashire is equally clear that it does not condone the misogynistic comments that have appeared across social media in response,” the club stated on X., external
“Such behaviour is unacceptable, does not reflect the values of our club or the wider Red Rose family, and has no place in the game.”
In the same statement, Lancashire also announced that they have submitted a formal complaint to the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) regarding the decision that led to Livingstone’s dismissal for 29.
The club has “formally expressed disappointment” to the governing body, the statement confirmed.