ICC introduces anti-racism, anti-corruption codes

Dubai, Nov 12 (PTI) The International Cricket Council
Thursday introduced anti-racism and anti-corruption codes in
its revised Code of Conduct to maintain and promote "fair play
and multiculturalism".

The new codes were put in place after a "comprehensive
consultation and review process with all stakeholders," the
ICC said in a statement.
"These codes help to copper-fasten the unique spirit of
cricket by effectively laying out what behaviour is acceptable
and what is not, not just by players but by everyone involved
in the game," said ICC Chief Executive Haroon Lorgat.
"These codes are practical, workable and user-friendly
while also acting as genuine deterrents to anyone who seeks to
undermine the integrity of cricket. With their implementation
we are helping to protect the game for future generations to
enjoy," he added.
Racism in cricket had become a burning issue during
India's tour of Australia last year when Harbhajan Singh and
Andrew Symonds were embroiled in an ugly showdown.
Symonds had accused Harbhajan of racially abusing him, a
charge that was dropped after a hearing but the episode
created a furore in both the countries.
The ICC said the stand-alone code has been put in place
to prevent any racial spats arising out of language or
cultural differences. MORE PTI ATK
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