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Should England’s cricketers boycott Afghanistan?

Season 1, Ep. 1029

The England men’s cricket team faces calls to boycott an upcoming match against Afghanistan in protest of the Taliban’s oppressive policies, particularly their human rights abuses against women and girls. But should athletes be forced to take a stand?


Writers: Phoebe Davis and Andrew Butler


Producer: Casey Magloire


Photography: Joe Mee


Host: Tomini Babs



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