The KwaZulu-Natal Cricket Union (KZNCU) claims its disciplinary process into an incident involving fast bowler Aya Myoli and allrounder Robbie Frylinck back in 2016 was "fair". 

The incident in question occurred while the KZN Coastal team was playing Boland in a three day game in Paarl.

It is understood that Frylinck punched Myoli on a team bus. 

On Saturday, Sport24 published Myoli's account of the altercation as well as his frustrations at how the disciplinary process unfolded. 

The Dolphins' current CEO Heinrich Strydom was approached for comment on Friday and responded by saying that Frylinck had said "It's all lies" when Myoli's version of events was put to him.

On Saturday, though, the union provided a more in-depth response of its own version of events.  

"The incident was immediately addressed by then CEO Pete de Wet and was resolved to the satisfaction of all the parties concerned," said Faeez Jaffer, who was president of the KZNCU at that time.

"Let’s be clear, both parties were at fault here.

"The disciplinary process was very thorough and fair, and at the end of it, both players shook hands and agreed to move on amicably.

"As president of the union and as someone who has been involved with most of these players from junior age group level, I would never have tolerated a climate of racial tension in the team.

"It is always a charged environment when professional cricketers are playing. From the competition for places in the team to the stresses of playing matches, especially away from home, differences can occur. What is important is how it is handled.

"In this case it was critical to get to the bottom of it and ensure that the right resolution was found, for the team and for both individuals. In no way whatsoever was it swept under the carpet."

The statement added that Frylinck was disappointed at the Sport24 report, "surprised at inaccuracies presented and the omission of facts central to the incident, but wanted to withhold any comment as he considers his options."

Dolphins CEO Heinrich Strydom, meanwhile, emphasised that it remained a priority at the union to "nurture a team environment where differences are celebrated and that unity is allowed to thrive amongst players committed to serving the team, franchise or union."

"The atmosphere is particularly charged at the moment with the debate around Black Lives Matter. This is a very important debate, and it is important that it is addressed frankly and honestly," he said. 

"It seems that this particular story has fallen short in terms of presenting all the facts.

"The incident was addressed head-on, and in the end both players conceded their wrongdoing, shook hands and walked away, to share the change room for the remainder of the season.

"It saddens us particularly to have the story published on Mandela Day, where the focus is on reconciliation and nation building."

First-class cricketer Daniel Sincuba, meanwhile, took to Twitter on Saturday and claimed that Myoli's account of proceedings was accurate. 

- Compiled by Sport24 staff

Definitely all true. I was there https://t.co/ZxrUp8MCoC

— Daniel Sincuba (@DanSincuba24) July 18, 2020