Here is a look at the sequence of events surrounding the momentous decision by Proteas batter Quinton de Kock and what followed. quintondekock proteas
Captain Temba Bavuma said Quinton de Kock had opted out of the team's match against holders West Indies on Tuesday due to"personal reasons".
"The Board will await a further report from team management before deciding on the next steps. All players are expected to follow this directive for the remaining games of the World Cup," the statement added.Bavuma's 'toughest' day Bavuma revealed the board's directive came on the morning of the match and he was apprised of de Kock's decision in the team bus en route to the stadium.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan said:"Surely it's down to the individual to decide whether he or she wants to be involved in any movement," and the board should not stop the person from playing cricket.