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Steve Smith marked his temporary return as Australia’s Ashes captain with a bizarre attack on former England spinner Monty Panesar. Panesar recently called on travelling fans and media to barrack Smith over his role in the ‘Sandpapergate’ ball-tampering scandal seven years ago, saying he should be made to feel “guilty” about standing in as Pat Cummins’ replacement skipper. READ MORE: Smith aims…

Blacks have to endure much more racism in UK than South Asians: Monty Panesar

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By: PTI | London |

Updated: July 14, 2020 8:18:27 pm

Monty Panesar has 167 wickets in 50 Tests for England. (Source: Reuters) The South Asian diaspora in the UK often becomes the victim of “casual racism” but it can’t be compared to what the Black community has to endure in everyday life, feels former England spinner of…

Former England spinner Monty Panesar eyes career in politics

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Former England spinner Monty Panesar eyes career in politics

Former England off-spinner Monty Panesar, who recently turned author with his book ‘The Full Monty’, has spoken of plans to take on the world of politics, possibly as a future Mayor of London.

The 37-year-old spinner, who had handed over copies of his book to the Indian cricket team during their UK tour…

Panesar opens up about mental illness

England’s Monty Panesar says he has learned to accept he needs medication to help him deal with mental illness. The 34-year-old spinner sought medical advice to cope with feelings of anxiety and paranoia which stemmed from a loss of confidence and self-esteem. He was prescribed medication but now admits his reluctance to take this contributed to his problem. “I went on medication and it calmed…

Panesar sets sights on England return

England spin bowler Monty Panesar has targeted selection for England’s winter tour to India and Bangladesh, as he prepares for the county cricket season. The 33-year-old has been included in Northamptonshire’s squad for the summer, funding himself independently. “I really want to be part of the England set-up,” left-armer Panesar told BBC Radio Northampton. “If it doesn’t happen then at least I…

Panesar joins Northants pre-season tour

Former England spinner Monty Panesar will travel with Northants on their pre-season trip to Barbados. The 33-year-old was released by Essex last summer after off-field “issues”. “Monty’s been undergoing shoulder rehabilitation with Barry our physio,” said Northants captain Alex Wakely. “He’s been toiling away with us and decided to pay his own way to come with us to Barbados and continue the…