Published 21:50 IST, January 6th 2020

SA vs Eng: Broadcasters accused of objectifying women after Jonny Bairstow controversy

Lorna Leach, the strategic relationship manager of London Sport, took to Twitter and lambasted Sky Sports for their move in the ongoing Test match in Cape Town.

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England cricketer Jonny Bairstow was seen using biculars while watching his team play against South Africa from sidelines. Official broadcasters Sky Sports made use of this opportunity to make fun of cricketer. Whenever Jonny Bairstow used biculars, camera panned to several ladies sitting in crowd. Even though broadcaster hilariously jibed Jonny Bairstow for fun, t everyone saw funny side of cheeky move by Sky Sports.

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SA vs Eng: Sky Sports accused of objectifying women after Jonny Bairstow’s use of biculars

Lorna Leach, strategic relationship manr of London Sport, took to Twitter and lambasted Sky Sports for ir move in ongoing Test match in Cape Town. Leach described TV director as a “disgrace”. She said it was an embarrassing move and Sky Sports should t have objectified women during game. Check out her entire tweet here.

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SA vs ENG: Match updates

Meanwhile, after gaining a 46-run first-innings lead over South Africa, England declared at 391-8 in ir second innings. Dom Sibley top-scored with an unbeaten 133 and Ben Stokes was at his destructive best with a 47-ball 72. Stokes kck was studded with seven boundaries and three sixes. Captain Joe Root also played a crucial hand with 61 and he was involved in a 116-run third-wicket stand with Sibley. South Africa are w left to chase 438 to win game and take an unassailable 2-0 lead in series.  

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21:50 IST, January 6th 2020