Azeem Rafiq: Yorkshire's new chair Lord Patel says ex-player should be praised as 'whistleblower'

Azeem Rafiq should be "praised" for his bravery and "should never have been put through" the Yorkshire County Cricket Club racism scandal, says the club's new chair Lord Patel.

A report found former player Rafiq was a victim of "racial harassment and bullying" at Yorkshire but the club said it would not discipline anyone.

"Azeem is a whistleblower and should be praised as such," Patel said.

"He should never have been put through this.

"We're sorry for what you and your family have experienced and the way in which we've handled this.

"I thank Azeem for his bravery in speaking out. Let me be clear from the outset, racism or discrimination in any form is not banter."

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