Yorkshire racism row: 'Time for truths,' says Azeem Rafiq as matter reaches British lawmakers
3 years, 1 month ago

Yorkshire racism row: 'Time for truths,' says Azeem Rafiq as matter reaches British lawmakers

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Pakistan-born Rafiq, 30, will give evidence to MPs on the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee on Tuesday without fear of repercussions under parliamentary privilege. Rashid allegation On Monday, current England spinner Adil Rashid joined ex-Pakistan Test player Rana Naved-ul-Hasan in alleging that former England Test captain Michael Vaughan had said in front of a group of Yorkshire players of Asian ethnicity in 2009: “Too many of you lot, we need to do something about it.” Vaughan has again “categorically” denied making the comment. New Yorkshire chairman Kamlesh Patel welcomed Rashid’s “courage in speaking up” and said he would be listening to the DCMS committee hearing with great interest. “We have provided the committee with a copy of the full report, given its legal interest in the case.” It was still unclear on Monday afternoon who else from the Yorkshire leadership team would give evidence to the lawmakers. Committee chairman Julian Knight pulled no punches earlier this month, saying the Yorkshire scandal was one of the “most repellent and disturbing episodes in modern cricket history”.

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Yorkshire cricket club punished over racism scandal
1 year, 4 months ago

Yorkshire cricket club punished over racism scandal

The Hindu  

Yorkshire County Cricket Club was slapped with a huge 48-point deduction in the English County Championship on Friday after admitting four charges related to the Azeem Rafiq racism scandal. “We are accountable for these issues, and we accepted four amended charges as part of a continued commitment to ensure we are able to move forward.” But the Yorkshire board added, …

British PM Sunak ‘sad’ over cricket racism and sexism report
1 year, 5 months ago

British PM Sunak ‘sad’ over cricket racism and sexism report

The Hindu  

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said he was “sad” to read a damning report that claimed racism and sexism are rife within English cricket. READ: ECB recommends £500,000 fine for Yorkshire after cricket racism scandal Of the more than 4,000 individuals interviewed for the ICEC report, 50 percent described experiencing discrimination in the previous five years, with the figures …

ECB recommends £500,000 fine for Yorkshire after cricket racism scandal
1 year, 5 months ago

ECB recommends £500,000 fine for Yorkshire after cricket racism scandal

The Hindu  

England cricket chiefs have recommended that Yorkshire be fined £500,000 and given hefty points deductions over their handling of the Azeem Rafiq racism scandal. Yorkshire said last week they were still having “positive conversations” around the long-term financial future of the club. ECB lawyer Jane Mulcahy said the recommendations took into account the finances of Yorkshire and it would be …

Six ex-Yorkshire players sanctioned for using racist language by disciplinary panel
1 year, 6 months ago

Six ex-Yorkshire players sanctioned for using racist language by disciplinary panel

The Hindu  

Six former Yorkshire players have been sanctioned for the alleged use of racist and discriminatory language in verdicts released by the Cricket Discipline Commission panel on Friday. Yorkshire and a number of individuals were charged by the England & Wales Cricket Board last year after an investigation into racism allegations made by Azeem Rafiq, who said in 2021 he had …

Vaughan cleared of using racist language at Yorkshire by disciplinary panel
1 year, 8 months ago

Vaughan cleared of using racist language at Yorkshire by disciplinary panel

The Hindu  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan has been cleared of using racist language towards ex-Yorkshire team mate Azeem Rafiq by the Cricket Discipline Commission panel. Yorkshire and a number of individuals were charged by the England & Wales Cricket Board last year after an investigation into racism allegations made by Rafiq, who said in 2021 that he had been a victim …

Yorkshire says documents pertaining to racism scandal have been 'irretrievably deleted'
1 year, 10 months ago

Yorkshire says documents pertaining to racism scandal have been 'irretrievably deleted'

Firstpost  

The Yorkshire County Cricket Club has confirmed that documents related to allegations of racism and its responses to those charges had been “irretrievably deleted”, which could be prejudicial to the interest of the game in the country. “It has been reported in a number of news outlets that, in relation to the Cricket Discipline Commission inquiry, the Club has admitted …

Yorkshire confirms data related to racism ‘irretrievably deleted’
1 year, 10 months ago

Yorkshire confirms data related to racism ‘irretrievably deleted’

The Hindu  

The Yorkshire County Cricket Club has confirmed that documents related to allegations of racism and its responses to those charges had been “irretrievably deleted”, which could be prejudicial to the interest of the game in the country. “It has been reported in a number of news outlets that, in relation to the Cricket Discipline Commission inquiry, the Club has admitted …

Vaughan set to be only charged person to attend Rafiq cricket racism hearing
1 year, 10 months ago

Vaughan set to be only charged person to attend Rafiq cricket racism hearing

The Hindu  

Former England captain Michael Vaughan is the only charged individual still set to appear before a disciplinary hearing next month in relation to racism allegations made by his ex-Yorkshire team-mate Azeem Rafiq. The England and Wales Cricket Board announced on Tuesday that former Yorkshire player and bowling coach Richard Pyrah had told officials he would not be attending, joining Andrew …

Yorkshire admits four charges after investigation into racism claims
1 year, 10 months ago

Yorkshire admits four charges after investigation into racism claims

The Hindu  

Yorkshire County Cricket Club has admitted liability to four amended charges including a failure to address and take adequate action against racist and discriminatory language, the England & Wales Cricket Board said on Tuesday. “Yorkshire CCC has admitted liability in response to four amended charges, including a failure to address systemic use of racist and/or discriminatory language over a prolonged …

Azeem Rafiq considering leaving England after abuse and intimidation following Yorkshire racism revelations
2 years, 2 months ago

Azeem Rafiq considering leaving England after abuse and intimidation following Yorkshire racism revelations

India Today  

Former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq is considering moving out of England to protect his family from facing hate attacks following his revelations in the racism row that led to a massive shake-up in English cricket. Notably, Rafiq opened up about an "institutionally racist culture" at Yorkshire in 2020, including by former England players. The cricketer, whose family moved to the …

Former Yorkshire chairman Robin Smith blasts handling of Azeem Rafiq racism scandal
2 years, 4 months ago

Former Yorkshire chairman Robin Smith blasts handling of Azeem Rafiq racism scandal

Daily Mail  

Former Yorkshire chairman Robin Smith condemned the department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport’s handling of the Azeem Rafiq scandal as ‘monstrously unjust’ on Wednesday night. Former Yorkshire chairman Robin Smith has condemned the DCMS committee's handling of the Azeem Rafiq scandal Rafiq told the select committee that he was released by Yorkshire due to his race and his complaints …

Yorkshire chairman Kamlesh Patel targeted by abusive letters in Azeem Rafiq racism row
2 years, 6 months ago

Yorkshire chairman Kamlesh Patel targeted by abusive letters in Azeem Rafiq racism row

Firstpost  

On the day Test cricket returned to Yorkshire’s Headingley headquarters, Patel also revealed the county would have gone bust but for England playing in Leeds again. Leeds: Yorkshire chairman Kamlesh Patel said Thursday he had received “phenomenally racist” letters following Azeem Rafiq’s allegations of racist abuse and bullying while playing for the county. Patel, speaking on the first day of …

ECB charges Yorkshire cricket after investigation into Azeem Rafiq's claims of racism
2 years, 6 months ago

ECB charges Yorkshire cricket after investigation into Azeem Rafiq's claims of racism

India Today  

Yorkshire County Cricket Club and quite a few people have been charged after a thorough investigation into the racism claims made by Azeem Rafiq, a former player of the county. Back in 2021, Rafiq, also a former skipper of the England under-19 captain, alleged that he had been a victim of institutional racism at Yorkshire. "The charges arise from alleged …

Yorkshire charged by ECB after investigation into racism claims
2 years, 6 months ago

Yorkshire charged by ECB after investigation into racism claims

The Hindu  

Yorkshire County Cricket Club and a number of individuals have been charged following an investigation into racism claims made by former player Azeem Rafiq, the England and Wales Cricket Board said on Wednesday, without naming the people in question. READ: England fined for slow over rate in second Test win over New Zealand "The charges arise from alleged breaches of …

Azeem Rafiq fears becoming ‘unemployable’ after opening up on racism at Yorkshire
2 years, 9 months ago

Azeem Rafiq fears becoming ‘unemployable’ after opening up on racism at Yorkshire

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Rafiq, who had accused Yorkshire of failing to deal adequately with the abuse he suffered at the northern county, said he was worried his candour had come at a price. London: Azeem Rafiq fears he may have become “unemployable” within cricket after speaking out about the racism he suffered during his two spells at Yorkshire. The Pakistan-born Rafiq’s revelations eventually …

Azeem Rafiq fears he may never work again after speaking out about racism
2 years, 9 months ago

Azeem Rafiq fears he may never work again after speaking out about racism

Hindustan Times  

Former Yorkshire spinner Azeem Rafiq fears speaking out about racism in English cricket has made him unemployable. Azeem Rafiq fears he may never work again after speaking out about racism Rafiq, who is of Pakistani descent, told a British parliamentary committee in November about the discrimination he faced while at Yorkshire, saying the sport in England was "institutionally racist". During …

Middlesex chair's lack of diversity comments part of 'endemic problem': Rafiq
2 years, 10 months ago

Middlesex chair's lack of diversity comments part of 'endemic problem': Rafiq

The Hindu  

Former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq criticised Middlesex County Cricket Club chief Mike O'Farrell's comments attempting to explain English cricket's lack of diversity, saying it was indicative of an "endemic problem" in the sport. This has just confirmed what a endemic problem the game has I actually can't believe what I am listening to#GiveMeStrength — Azeem Rafiq January 25, 2022 "Shows …

Cricket Still 'In Denial' Over Racism, Says Former Yorkshire Player Azeem Rafiq
2 years, 11 months ago

Cricket Still 'In Denial' Over Racism, Says Former Yorkshire Player Azeem Rafiq

The Quint  

However, Rafiq is impressed by the changes brought about at Yorkshire by their new chair, Lord Kamlesh Patel, since his appointment in November but is less convinced about how serious the wider game is about tackling the issue. "I see Yorkshire trying to do the right thing, but I do feel like the game as a whole is still living …

Joe Root plans talks with Azeem Rafiq over racism allegations
3 years ago

Joe Root plans talks with Azeem Rafiq over racism allegations

The Hindu  

England test captain Joe Root has said he hoped to have a discussion with Azeem Rafiq after the Ashes series against Australia, which starts next month, on the former Yorkshire player's allegations of institutional racism at the club. Rafiq, the 30-year-old former England Under-19s captain who is of Pakistani descent and played for Yorkshire from 2008-14, told a British parliamentary …

England cricket director pleads for 'second chances' in racism scandal
3 years ago

England cricket director pleads for 'second chances' in racism scandal

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London, United Kingdom: England managing director Ashley Giles says cricket has to do much better in tackling racism but pleaded for those who had made “mistakes” to be given a second chance. The former Test bowler said cricket had to do “much better… discrimination of any form just isn’t acceptable” but he also stressed that it was important to give …

Action plan aims to combat racism in English cricket
3 years ago

Action plan aims to combat racism in English cricket

The Hindu  

English cricket's governing body will create an anti-discrimination unit and conduct a review of dressing-room culture in response to recent revelations about racism in the sport. The England and Wales Cricket Board on Friday released its comprehensive plan to address issues raised by Azeem Rafiq, who testified at a parliamentary hearing about the racism he suffered while playing at Yorkshire. …

Azeem Rafiq accused of sending vulgar messages to teenage girl six years ago
3 years, 1 month ago

Azeem Rafiq accused of sending vulgar messages to teenage girl six years ago

The Hindu  

Former Yorkshire spinner Azeem Rafiq, who is at the centre of the racism controversy in English cricket, has been accused of sending "vulgar" messages to a teenage girl six years ago, the Yorkshire Post reported. Gayathri Ajith was only 16 when she met Rafiq but said she told him she was 17 in order to appear a "bit older". Rafiq …

A wide-ranging response promised by bosses – timeline of cricket racism crisis
3 years, 1 month ago

A wide-ranging response promised by bosses – timeline of cricket racism crisis

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. August 19, 2021 – Rafiq accuses Yorkshire of “fudging” his claims of …

Azeem Rafiq sorry for anti-Semitic messages – timeline of cricket racism crisis
3 years, 1 month ago

Azeem Rafiq sorry for anti-Semitic messages – timeline of cricket racism crisis

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. August 19, 2021 – Rafiq accuses Yorkshire of “fudging” his claims of …

Rafiq predicts 'floodgates' will open in cricket racism crisis
3 years, 1 month ago

Rafiq predicts 'floodgates' will open in cricket racism crisis

The Hindu  

Former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq expects the "floodgates" to open in cricket's racism crisis, predicting thousands could come forward after giving a disturbing account of his own experiences to British lawmakers. "But in terms of Andrew and Martyn, I don't think it's possible for Yorkshire to move forward with them still in there knowing full well what sort of role …

Yorkshire racism row: Tim Bresnan denies making racist comments but apologises to Rafiq for bullying
3 years, 1 month ago

Yorkshire racism row: Tim Bresnan denies making racist comments but apologises to Rafiq for bullying

Firstpost  

Commentator David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd also took to twitter to apologise to Rafiq after he was accused of making disparaging comments on Asian cricketers to a third party London: Former England pacer Tim Bresnan has apologised to Azeem Rafiq over his bullying claims but ‘categorically denies’ making any racist comments towards his ex-Yorkshire teammate. “For any part I played in contributing …

Sky Sports commentator David Lloyd apologises for comments on Asian players after Rafiq testimony
3 years, 1 month ago

Sky Sports commentator David Lloyd apologises for comments on Asian players after Rafiq testimony

The Hindu  

Cricket commentator David Lloyd has apologised after Azeem Rafiq told a British parliamentary committee that the former England coach had made disparaging comments about Asian cricketers. Rafiq testified that members of the media were also guilty of racism and identified Lloyd, now a Sky Sports pundit, as messaging others in the media and saying: "a clubhouse is the lifeblood of …

Azeem Rafiq says racism rife in English cricket; recounts ‘inhuman’ treatment at Yorkshire
3 years, 1 month ago

Azeem Rafiq says racism rife in English cricket; recounts ‘inhuman’ treatment at Yorkshire

The Hindu  

Former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq broke down in tears on Tuesday as he told a British parliamentary committee of "inhuman" treatment at the cricket club and described the sport in England as riddled with racism. He also said the racism he endured at Yorkshire was "without a shadow of doubt" replicated across the country and said the England and Wales …

Yorkshire row: Azeem Rafiq tells British lawmakers racism institutional in cricket; he felt 'humiliated'
3 years, 1 month ago

Yorkshire row: Azeem Rafiq tells British lawmakers racism institutional in cricket; he felt 'humiliated'

Firstpost  

The 30-year-old Rafiq said racism had been commonplace at Yorkshire, one of England’s oldest and most successful clubs Former Yorkshire player Azeem Rafiq fought back tears as he told British lawmakers on Tuesday that racism within English cricket was institutional, recalling the “humiliating treatment” he received at the club. Asked whether racism was institutional in cricket, Rafiq replied “Yes”, saying …

Azeem Rafiq to be quizzed on racism allegations at Yorkshire
3 years, 1 month ago

Azeem Rafiq to be quizzed on racism allegations at Yorkshire

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image …

Adil Rashid Supports Azeem Rafiq's Racism Allegations Against Michael Vaughan
3 years, 1 month ago

Adil Rashid Supports Azeem Rafiq's Racism Allegations Against Michael Vaughan

The Quint  

"I completely and categorically deny that I ever said those words. The 'you lot' comment never happened," Vaughan, who was stood down from his BBC Radio 5 Live show, had written in a newspaper column. "Anyone trying to recollect words said 10 years ago will be fallible but I am adamant those words were not used. The allegation against Vaughan …

Adil Rashid supports Azeem Rafiq claim – a timeline of Yorkshire’s racism crisis
3 years, 1 month ago

Adil Rashid supports Azeem Rafiq claim – a timeline of Yorkshire’s racism crisis

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. August 19, 2021 – Rafiq accuses Yorkshire of “fudging” his claims of …

Yorkshire racism row: Adil Rashid corroborates Rafiq's accusation against Michael Vaughan
3 years, 1 month ago

Yorkshire racism row: Adil Rashid corroborates Rafiq's accusation against Michael Vaughan

Firstpost  

File image of Adil Rashid. AFP London: England leg-spinner Adil Rashid has backed former Yorkshire team-mate Azeem Rafiq’s accusation of racism against Michael Vaughan, saying he can “confirm” the former captain’s comments were directed at a group of Asian players. “I wanted to concentrate as much as possible on my cricket and to avoid distractions to the detriment of the …

Adil Rashid corroborates Azeem Rafiq's accusation of racism against Michael Vaughan
3 years, 1 month ago

Adil Rashid corroborates Azeem Rafiq's accusation of racism against Michael Vaughan

The Hindu  

England leg-spinner Adil Rashid has backed former Yorkshire team-mate Azeem Rafiq's accusation of racism against Michael Vaughan, saying he can "confirm" the former captain's comments were directed at a group of Asian players. "I wanted to concentrate as much as possible on my cricket and to avoid distractions to the detriment of the team but I can confirm Azeem Rafiq's …

Rafiq 'incredibly hurt' by Root's comments over Yorkshire racism controversy
3 years, 1 month ago

Rafiq 'incredibly hurt' by Root's comments over Yorkshire racism controversy

The Hindu  

Former Yorkshire spinner Azeem Rafiq said he was "incredibly hurt" after England Test captain Joe Root, a Yorkshire player, told reporters on Thursday that he had never personally witnessed incidents of racism at the club. In an earlier statement on Twitter, Root said the racism scandal engulfing his club had fractured the sport and called for change and action to …

Moeen hopes Yorkshire racism row will lead to change
3 years, 1 month ago

Moeen hopes Yorkshire racism row will lead to change

The Hindu  

England all-rounder Moeen Ali said he was not surprised by the allegations of racism made by Azeem Rafiq against Yorkshire Cricket Club but hopes the issue will lead to change in the sport. Rafiq, who is of Pakistani descent and a former captain of the England Under-19s, said in September 2020 he had received racist abuse and was made to …

Rafiq gets apology from English county over racism
3 years, 1 month ago

Rafiq gets apology from English county over racism

The Hindu  

Cricketer Azeem Rafiq was praised for his bravery in reporting racism and bullying at Yorkshire by the new chairman of the club on Monday. “Azeem is a whistleblower and should be praised as such, he should never have been put through this,” new Yorkshire chairman Kamlesh Patel said. Let me be clear from the outset, racism or discrimination in any …

Yorkshire CCC chairman Roger Hutton resigns over Azeem Rafiq racism case
3 years, 1 month ago

Yorkshire CCC chairman Roger Hutton resigns over Azeem Rafiq racism case

Firstpost  

Hutton said that there has been a constant unwillingness from the executive members of the board and senior management of the club to apologize and to accept that there was racism London: Yorkshire chairman Roger Hutton has resigned in the fallout from former player Azeem Rafiq’s racism allegations against the English cricket club, citing an unwillingness by the club to …

Hussain warns English cricket of a 'difficult' month as Yorkshire racism crisis heads to Parliament
3 years, 1 month ago

Hussain warns English cricket of a 'difficult' month as Yorkshire racism crisis heads to Parliament

Daily Mail  

Nasser Hussain fears Yorkshire's handling of Azeem Rafiq's racism claims will send a message to players in their academy that racial discrimination can be passed off as banter. Gary Ballance and Azeem Rafiq walk off the field following a win for Yorkshire in 2012 at a time when Ballance admitted he called him 'P*ki' but insisted it was because they …

Cricketer in Yorkshire race row urges 'cultural change'
3 years, 1 month ago

Cricketer in Yorkshire race row urges 'cultural change'

New Indian Express  

The row has drawn in senior British government ministers and politicians, as well as governing body the England and Wales Cricket Board. Former England international Gary Ballance on Wednesday admitted using a racial slur against Rafiq, saying in a statement: "I regret that I used this word in immature exchanges in my younger years. Ballance added "at no time did …

UK politicians call out Yorkshire; county to face parliamentary scrutiny for racism allegations
3 years, 1 month ago

UK politicians call out Yorkshire; county to face parliamentary scrutiny for racism allegations

The Hindu  

Political figures in the UK are calling out Yorkshire over the handling of their former captain Azeem Rafiq's allegations of racism as the county braces up to face parliamentary scrutiny. Member of Parliament Julian Knight, who chairs the Department for Culture, Media and Sport select committee, wants "a much fuller explanation than we have had so far" from Yorkshire County …

LAWRENCE BOOTH: Azeem Rafiq case such a shocking whitewash from tone-deaf Yorkshire
3 years, 1 month ago

LAWRENCE BOOTH: Azeem Rafiq case such a shocking whitewash from tone-deaf Yorkshire

Daily Mail  

Decades from now, brand consultants will still be using Yorkshire’s handling of the Azeem Rafiq affair as a case study in how not to convey your message to the world. The statement put out on Thursday struck a note so tone-deaf, it was unclear if anyone had noticed the latest twist in cricket’s ongoing debate about racial politics, with South …

Yorkshire won't take disciplinary action over Rafiq racism allegations
3 years, 1 month ago

Yorkshire won't take disciplinary action over Rafiq racism allegations

The Hindu  

Yorkshire will not take any disciplinary action against its employees, players or executives following an independent report into allegations of racism by former player Azeem Rafiq, the club said in a statement on Thursday. The county, however, said on Thursday that it had carried out an internal investigation following the findings of the report and come to the conclusion that …

Yorkshire are 'protecting players and a coach' in racism investigation, insists Azeem Rafiq
3 years, 2 months ago

Yorkshire are 'protecting players and a coach' in racism investigation, insists Azeem Rafiq

Daily Mail  

Azeem Rafiq has said he is prepared to dedicate his life to the fight against racism after accusing Yorkshire of protecting the identity of his alleged abusers during his time at the club. A statement released on Thursday by Rafiq's spokesperson criticised the county for publishing 'its own interpretation' of an investigation into his allegations on the day the fifth …

Yorkshire Admit Ex-Player Was Victim of Racial harassment & Bullying
3 years, 3 months ago

Yorkshire Admit Ex-Player Was Victim of Racial harassment & Bullying

The Quint  

"There is no question that Azeem Rafiq, during his first spell as a player at YCCC, was the victim of racial harassment. On behalf of all at YCCC, I wish to extend my sincere, profound and unreserved apologies to Azeem and to his family," said Yorkshire chairman Roger Hutton. Those which were detailed include examples of racist language and jokes, …

Yorkshire says former player was victim of racial harassment
3 years, 3 months ago

Yorkshire says former player was victim of racial harassment

The Hindu  

English county cricket team Yorkshire has acknowledged that one of its former players was the victim of racial harassment and bullying. Azeem Rafiq, a former England Under-19 captain, said in interviews last year that as a Muslim he was made to feel like an "outsider" during his time at Yorkshire from 2008-18 and that he was close to taking his …

Racism in England cricket: As former teammate and friend, it's hard to see Azeem Rafiq hurting, says Joe Root
3 years, 4 months ago

Racism in England cricket: As former teammate and friend, it's hard to see Azeem Rafiq hurting, says Joe Root

India Today  

England men’s Test team captain Joe Root on Tuesday said that it is hard to see his former Yorkshire teammate Azeem Rafiq ‘hurting’ following his allegations of ‘institutional racism’ at the cricket club. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Root called for English cricket to end all forms of discrimination and said it was hard to see his former Yorkshire team …

Yorkshire County Cricket Club apologise to Azeem Rafiq following investigation into allegations of racism
3 years, 4 months ago

Yorkshire County Cricket Club apologise to Azeem Rafiq following investigation into allegations of racism

Firstpost  

Rafiq filed a legal complaint in December 2020 claiming to have suffered direct discrimination and harassment on the grounds of race. Yorkshire County Cricket Club apologised to former off-spinner Azeem Rafiq on Thursday after an investigation into allegations of racism found he was “the victim of inappropriate behaviour”. “Several of the allegations made by Azeem were upheld and that sadly, …

Yorkshire admits ex-player Azeem Rafiq was 'victim of inappropriate behaviour'
3 years, 4 months ago

Yorkshire admits ex-player Azeem Rafiq was 'victim of inappropriate behaviour'

The Hindu  

English county cricket team Yorkshire apologised to one of its former players on Thursday after an independent investigation into his claims of institutional racism found he was a “victim of inappropriate behavior.” Azeem Rafiq, a former England under-19 captain, said in interviews last year that as a Muslim he was made to feel like an “outsider” during his time at …

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