Asian cricketers at Yorkshire faced ‘constant abuse’ says Azeem Rafiq

• Former off-spinner unhappy with club investigation into racism
• Statement alleges ‘differential treatment’ of Asian players

Azeem Rafiq has said Asian cricketers at Yorkshire are subjected to “differential treatment” and a culture of discriminatory comments as part of the evidence he has submitted to the club’s investigation into alleged racism.

The former off-spinner, 29, was due to speak to the panel on Friday but, in advance, issued a statement in which he alleges being the victim of bullying during his nine seasons at Headingley. He also claims slurs such as “Pakis” and “elephant washers” were aimed at himself and other Asian cricketers.

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