Essex Cricket Faces Charges for Decade-Long Racism

England's cricket regulator accuses Essex of systemic racist behavior from 2001 to 2010, leading to internal sanctions and ongoing investigations.

The cricket regulator alleges systemic use of racist language and conduct at Essex between 2001 and 2010.
An independent report found racist behavior normalized as 'banter' within the club's culture.
Essex has cooperated with the investigation and sanctioned several individuals, though their identities remain undisclosed.
The Cricket Discipline Commission will hear the case, with potential further consequences for Essex.
Previous similar cases, such as Yorkshire's, resulted in fines and point deductions.