Ex-Aussie Test Cricketer Loses Hall of Fame Status After Court Case

Michael Slater Stripped of Hall of Fame Status

Former Australian Test cricketer Michael Slater has been removed from Cricket New South Wales’ Hall of Fame and has lost his life membership following a domestic violence court case.

Court Proceedings and Verdict

Slater, 54, pleaded guilty to a series of charges involving his former partner. The charges included using a carriage service to harass and stalking. A Sydney court issued a two-year community corrections order and ordered him to undergo mental health treatment instead of serving jail time.

During the court hearing, the magistrate cited Slater’s mental health challenges, which included bipolar disorder and depression, as contributing factors in his behavior.

Response from Cricket New South Wales

Cricket NSW confirmed in a statement that both his life membership and Hall of Fame honors had been revoked.

“Michael Slater has made an outstanding contribution to cricket as a player, but given recent developments, the board has resolved to remove his honorary status,” a spokesperson said.

The organization added that it condemns all forms of domestic violence and supports accountability within the sport.

Career Highlights

Michael Slater represented Australia in 74 Test matches between 1993 and 2001, scoring more than 5,000 runs. Known for his attacking batting style, he later became a cricket commentator but has faced personal and legal issues in recent years.

Author’s summary: Former Test cricket star Michael Slater lost his Hall of Fame and honorary membership after a domestic violence conviction led Cricket NSW to act on ethical grounds.

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