Cricket West Indies suspends Jamaica captain John Campbell

Campbell, 31, was found guilty following a Level 3 Charge related to his conduct during the CG United Super50 Final against Barbados Pride on 23 November 2024. 

The charge, issued by Match Referee Reon King in accordance with the CWI Code of Conduct for Players and Officials, relates to Campbell's decision to not attend the toss as instructed by the umpires. In a letter to the Match Referee, Campbell apologized for the disruption.

“I sincerely regret any disruption caused during the final and acknowledge that my actions may have been perceived as resistance to the match officials’ decision,” Campbell stated. “It was never my intention to undermine their authority or bring the game into disrepute. I fully acknowledge the importance of maintaining the integrity of the game and the need for adherence to the rules and decisions of the officials.” 

CWI Director of Cricket Miles Bascombe confirmed the suspension, highlighting the importance of Campbell's admission in determining the sanction.

“We appreciate Mr. Campbell's acknowledgement of the situation and his sincere apology. In light of his admission and demonstrated remorse, CWI has applied the minimum sanction of a four-match ban for a Level 3 Offence, as a matter of leniency. This will be served during the 2025 CG United Super50 Tournament.” Bascombe explained. 

The suspension is another blot on the career of the hard-hitting left-hander who returned to competitive cricket in August after a successful appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) against his October 2022 four-year doping ban by the Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission (JADCo).

Campbell has played 20 Tests matches for the West Indies, averaging of 26.11, with three half-centuries to his name.

Meantime, Bascombe says Barbados Pride captain Raymon Reifer, who is facing a similar charge, is yet to respond.

The regional governing body also confirmed that no prize money as well as any match fees will be awarded to either team involved in the CG United Super50 Final. This year's champion was set to receive US$100,000.00 while the runner up would have received US$50,000.00.