Sky commentator Joe Wheeler mocks Asian accent in post-match interview. Speaking to Highlanders first five-eighth Mitchell Hunt after the match, Wheeler praised Himeno's performance, but did so in a mock-Asian accent. He was leally, leally good," Wheeler said to Hunt on the live broadcast. Photo: Getty ImagesIn a statement to the Herald, a spokesperson for Sky confirmed Wheeler apologised to Himeno as well as Highlanders management after the incident. The final 21-point margin was the largest win over the Crusaders in Highlanders history.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 02, 2021 22:18 UTC