Five Yorkshire cricket players were found to have used racist and/or discriminatory language towards former Yorkshire bowler Azeem Rafiq, while former batter Gary Ballance admitted the charge brought against him.
, who claimed some of his teammates used racist language like"P***" towards him during his playing days.Former Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq on how cricket can move forward.On Ballance, ECB lawyer Jane Mulcahy KC said:"We understand there has been a significant impact on Mr Ballance's mental health, and that in April 2023, Mr Ballance announced his retirement from professional cricket.
"So the ECB therefore suggests there be a reprimand, and Mr Ballance be fined £8,000, reduced from £12,500 to take in effect of his admissions." Ms Mulcahy recommended Ballance attend a racism and discrimination course paid for by himself, and an eight-week suspension, reduced from 10, if he were to play again.
It was argued by Ballance's lawyer, Craig Harris, that the fine be reduced due to the consequences of the case including losing his job as a Yorkshire cricketer and a sponsorship contract, and his exclusion from the England squad.
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