English cricket chiefs launch anti-racism plan

The measures announced by the England and Wales Cricket Board include a review of dressing-room culture, action to help non-white and less privileged players pursue careers in the game and a commitment to increased diversity on county boards.

By AFP | Updated: Nov 26, 2021, 09.11 PM IST

Former Yorkshire player Rafiq reported that former national captain Michael Vaughan used racially insensitive comments toward a group of players of Asian ethnicity.

English cricket authorities published an anti-racism action plan on Friday in response to the Azeem Rafiq scandal that has sent shockwaves through the game.

The measures announced by the England and Wales Cricket Board include a review of dressing-room culture, action to help non-white and less privileged players pursue careers in the game and a commitment to increased diversity on county boards.

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