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Independent report finds deep rooted racism and discrimination in English cricket

  • The 'Holding Up A Mirror To Cricket' investigation found racism to be "entrenched" in the game, with nearly half of respondents reporting experiencing discrimination.
  • The report also found little focus on breaking down class barriers and marginalization of women in the sport.
  • The Wales Cricket Board apologized "unreservedly" for the failures identified in the report and committed to implementing reforms.
  • The report calls for equalizing match fees for men's and women's teams and launching an action plan to revive cricket in black communities.
  • The ECB will spend three months consulting affected groups to develop a plan of action aligned with the report's 44 recommendations.
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