sport news Azeem Rafiq set for ECB probe after anti-Semitic and homophobic allegations trends now
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The ECB are set to investigate allegations that Azeem Rafiq used anti-Semitic and homophobic language during his playing career, which could lead to the former Yorkshire spinner being put on another misconduct charge.
Sportsmail published explosive claims about Rafiq on Thursday from former team-mates and opponents, who claim the anti-racism campaigner abused players with the words 'Jew' and 'f****t', as well as fat-shaming children when coaching at Barnsley Cricket Club.
The ECB have indicated their willingness to continue examining historic cases and several of the players are understood to be prepared to provide witness statements to the governing body.
At least one of the claims made against Rafiq has already been reported to officials at the ECB, although the player involved has yet to make a formal complaint.
Rafiq was reprimanded by the ECB earlier this week for using
