Leicestershire charged with breaching ECB pitch regulations after Glamorgan match

The Cricket Regulator has referred Leicestershire to an independent disciplinary panel following concerns over the Uptonsteel Grace Road pitch used for August’s County Championship fixture.

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Following an investigation by the Cricket Regulator, Leicestershire County Cricket Club have been charged with breaching the ECB Pitch Regulations.

The investigation followed the Match Officials reporting the pitch at Uptonsteel Grace Road following the Rothesay County Championship match against Glamorgan, played between 20th to 23rd August 2026.

The matter has now be referred to the independent Cricket Discipline Panel for adjudication. As proceedings are ongoing, no further comment will be made by the Cricket Regulator.