WIPA request WICB explanation

Gayle, who has scored only 43 runs in four innings at the ICC Cricket World Cup and is without a ton in 20 matches, was out for four in Saturday's victory over Pakistan.

That prompted one fan to tweet: "Gayle goes... Can't buy a run. Let's give him a retirement package ... Can't fail repeatedly and still front up based on reputation".

Cameron then appeared to retweet the comment as the match was ongoing.

The WIPA issued a statement condemning Cameron's conduct.

"The West Indies Players Association (WIPA) is extremely disturbed by the unacceptable re-tweeting by Mr. Dave Cameron, President of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB), of a negative "fan" tweet which was directed at our member Mr. Christopher Gayle," the statement said.

"That Mr. Cameron's re-tweet came in the middle of the West Indies team's critical ICC CWC game against Pakistan renders it even more unacceptable.

"President and CEO of WIPA, Mr Wavell Hinds says, 'We denounce any such behaviour by any official of the WICB in any given circumstance'.

"WIPA has written to the WICB requesting a full explanation."

Cameron, who is seeking re-election, later moved the post from his account and wrote an apology.

"No offense intended. Full apologies extended. Rally round the West Indies," he wrote.

The WIPA and WICB have often clashed over contracts and payments.

The West Indies lost their opening match to Ireland, but recovered to beat Pakistan by 150 runs.