Yes, the thread you replied to was deleted, along with your reply.
If you remember, the opening post only contained a link to an article on another Windows Phone news site. The OP didn't make any attempt to form an opinion or start a discussion or do anything meaningful except to drop the link.
As you're aware, we don't censor criticism, especially when it's well mannered, accurate, and respectful. Threads that don't add anything constructive to the forums are not encouraged.