Ollie Robinson to take 'short-break' after Twitter controversy

Updated : Jun 11, 2021 12:29
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After facing harsh criticism and a hard-hitting suspension from the England Cricket Board, English cricketer Ollie Robinson who recently made his international debut has decided to take a short break from cricket. 

Robinson's offensive past Tweets came to the fore recently during his debut for England last week. The English board launched a probe into his 8-year-old Tweets which are allegedly racist and sexist. 

His County Cricket club, Sussex shark in a statement revealed the decision of the 27-year-old. Lending their support, the club said that the cricketer had decided to take a short break after a difficult week and that he will be welcomed back whenever he wants to return. 

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