Sikandar Raza Files Complaint On Alleged Racial Abuse By Local Coach

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Zimbabwean all-rounder Sikandar Raza files complaint with the Harare Metropolitan Cricket Association (HMCA) about alleged racial abuse by a local coach during a domestic Vigne Cup match. The incident is said to have happened on June 1, when Raza was playing for Old Hararians against Rainbow Cricket Club at the Old Hararians Sports Club.

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Incident Details: Raza Claims Racial Slurs

As per the complaint filed by Raza seen by ESPNcricinfo, the Zimbabwean cricketer alleges that he was demeaned with racially insulting words from one of the coaches when he left the field following his batting performance. The HMCA has been informed and is likely to initiate an official inquiry into the matter. A word from the governing body is yet to come.

Raza Files Complaint: “An Example Must Be Made”

Talking to ESPNcricinfo, Sikandar Raza demanded a proper probe, insisting that the behavior needs to be condemned at all levels.

“If guilty, an example should be made out of him so that this kind of thing never repeats itself with this and future generations,” insisted Raza.

Raza’s insistence on accountability comes in response to increasing concerns around racism in grassroots and domestic cricket environments, even among nations with developing cricketing infrastructure.

Match Summary: Raza Shines With the Bat

Raza was at his best despite the controversy. He made a match-winning 78 of 56 balls to guide Old Hararians to a strong 402 for 9 in 50 overs. Rainbow Cricket Club could only make 225 for 8 in 39 overs, going down by 142 runs through the DLS method.

Raza’s Stellar 2025 Continues Despite Setback

The racial abuse case happens at a time when Raza is having a highly successful year in franchise cricket. He had just contributed significantly towards Lahore Qalandars’ PSL 2025 victory by scoring the match-winning runs in a thriller of a final played in Lahore. The victory was Raza’s second T20 league title in 2025, having previously won the ILT20 championship as well.

Cricket Authorities Expected to Act Swiftly

As the Raza files complaint story gains traction, the spotlight now turns to the Harare Metropolitan Cricket Association. With the cricketing world watching, prompt and transparent handling of the case could set a precedent for racial accountability in Zimbabwe’s domestic cricket ecosystem.

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