It also reported that Gayle's immediate playing future remains uncertain, with the Melbourne Renegades considering cutting its ties with the 36-year-old. Though the star batsman did apologise after his "joke" flirt, which was branded "disrespectful" and "inappropriate" by authorities, it is learnt that CA is not willing to invite
him back next year.

Controversy started when on air, Gayle said he was happy to be interviewed by Mel "just to see your eyes for the first time" during his sides' win over the Hobart Hurricanes on Monday.

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"Nice, so hopefully we can win this game and we can have a drink after," he said. "Don't blush baby," the Jamaican added, prompting McLaughlin to shake her head and reply, "I'm not blushing." "Sorry," he added, breaking into a big laugh. CA and Big Bash League officials did not see a funny side and condemned Gayle then and there.

"I heard Chris's comments and they're disrespectful and simply inappropriate," BBL boss Anthony Everard said in a statement. "There's just no place in the BBL or -- for that matter, cricket anywhere -- for that sort of behaviour."

Cricket Australia chief James Sutherland offered support for McLaughlin saying yesterday that no one should have to face such comments, which were "completely out of line" and "inappropriate for the workplace".