We didn't defy ICC rules, says UCB president

CENTURION, NOV. 25. The United Cricket Board (UCB) President, Mr. Percy Sonn, said ``India wanted a Test match and we wanted a game of cricket. As far as the UCB is concerned, it is a match without official recognition from the ICC. It is subject to confirmation at the ICC meeting in March next.''

The UCB chief said everything was done in a hurry. The UCB will decide whether it will support BCCI's endeavour to get the Test made official. ``We did not defy the ICC rules, but took the best decision in the circumstances.''

Deflecting reports that the UCB would have asked India to return home if the ICC had paid it 40 million rands, he said: ``I think the statement exceeds the bounds of even the most stupid person's imagination. Let me have the tapes first. We will have to seek the help of forensic expert.''

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