The fifth Test between India and England has been hit by racial abuse allegations by the Indian fans at the Edgbaston Cricket Stadium in Birmingham. On day four of the Test, a group of Indian fans was cheering for their side, when they faced racial abuse from England. The Cheif Executive at the Edgbaston, Stuart Cain, has issued an apology in the matter
The Indian fans took to social media to share their experience. Yorkshire cricketer Azeem Rafiq, who flagged several of the allegations, highlighted the issue through his Twitter account. Rafiq recently brought to light the culture of institutional racism at Yorkshire club. On Monday, he retweeted a tweet by a fan stating,
“Racist behavior at @Edgbaston towards Indian fans in block 22 Eric Hollies. People calling us Curry C**ts and paki bas****s. We reported it to the stewards and showed them the culprits at least 10 times but no response and all we were told is to sit in our seats. @ECB_cricket”
Racist behaviour at @Edgbaston towards Indian fans in block 22 Eric Hollies. People calling us Curry C**ts and paki bas****s. We reported it to the stewards and showed them the culprits at least 10 times but no response and all we were told is to sit in our seats. @ECB_cricket pic.twitter.com/GJPFqbjIbz
— Trust The Process!!!! (@AnilSehmi) July 4, 2022
The England and Wales Cricket Board, replied to the post, “We’re very sorry to hear what you’ve experienced and are in contact with colleagues at Edgbaston who will investigate.”
Gutted by the racial abuse reports: Stuart Cain, Chief Executive, Edgbaston
The Warwickshire and the England Cricket Board are investigating reports of racist abuse during the fifth Test. They have released a statement condemning racial abuse. The Chief Executive, Stuart Cain said that he has personally spoken to the complainants. He stated that they will address the issue, once they gather all the facts.
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