In a sign of the gravity of the latest scandal to have unfolded in New Zealand rugby, Smith's behaviour was criticised by the prime minister at a time when the sport in his country is facing accusations of misogyny.
While the manager of the England team, Pelham Warner, thought that Ponsford "met the fast-leg theory in plucky and able style", this behaviour was criticised by the British cricket writer, R. C. Robertson-Glasgow.
In fact, just two years ago, Nicki Minaj responded to accusations of diva-esque behaviour by criticising discrimination in the music industry, saying "You have to be a beast; that's the only way they respect you".
The government behaviour tsar has criticised plans to teach pupils using a popular online adventure game, describing the move as a "gimmick".
Japan's new disaster reconstruction minister resigned today after his widely criticised behaviour during a visit to the quake-devastated north east coast, where he refused to shake a governor's hand, scolded the official and threatened to withhold aid.
Suarez, who has since apologised for his "inexcusable behaviour", has been criticised by a number of other pundits.
The foreign powers, when mentioned, were accorded due respect, but the priests were accursed, their behaviour analysed and criticised wherever possible.
His behaviour was heavily criticised, not just by his commanding officer Vice-Admiral Lord Keith, who had recently replaced Earl St Vincent, but also by old friends such as Thomas Troubridge, who wrote to him "If you knew what your friends feel for you I am sure you would cut out all the nocturnal parties.
Scott Hastings, the former Scotland centre and brother of Gavin, criticised the behaviour of the supporters who abused Jones, calling the incident "disgusting behaviour from a bunch of drunk idiots".
Nicolas Sarkozy, head of Mr Chirac's party, the UMP, criticised his behaviour.
