Michael Holding wins Freedom of City of London for passionate Black Lives Matter speech

Black Lives Matter movement took world by storm, and it also had a deep impact on sport of cricket. Several players came forward to speak about ir experiences and expressed ir opinions passionately regarding racial equality. West Indies legend Michael Holding has been very vocal about movement and has condemned any sort of discrimination because of one's race. ex-cricketer has w been rewarded for his significant contribution. 

Freedom of City of London award for Michael Holding and Ebony Rainford-Brent 

death of George Floyd in Minneapolis back in May this year triggered movement, and several people have strived to spread awareness and raised ir voices against racial prejudice. Michael Holding, who has established himself as a prominent name in commentary box post his retirement from international cricket, has often used platform to spread awareness regarding racial discrimination and has also shared his personal experiences.

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Michael Holding gave a passionate speech where he shared how his parents were subject to discrimination because of ir race. former cricketer received immense praise and appreciation for his speech as he spoke of how people have been brainwashed and education system has to be blamed for that. 

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66-year-old is set to be awarded for raising his voice against racial bias. Sky Sports Cricket anunced that Holding will be awarded Freedom of City of London for speaking passionately against racism. Ebony Rainford-Brent, who is first black woman to represent England in cricket, will also be awarded alongside Michael Holding. A virtual ceremony will be held on Tuesday, where two former players will be presented with prestigious award. 

West Indies Test captain, Jason Holder has also been supporting movement passionately. player had expressed his disappointment as Black Lives Matter was t included in 13th edition of Indian Premier League. cricketer is currently plying his trade for Sydney Sixers side in Big Bash League (BBL 2020). Sydney team recently pledged ir support to Black Lives Matter movement and became first team in BBL 2020 to take a knee ahead of ir game. 

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Sydney Sixers 2020 squad

Sydney Sixers 2020 squad: Moises Henriques, Sean Abbott, Jackson Bird, Carlos Brathwaite, Dan Christian, Ben Dwarshuis, Jack Edwards, Mickey Edwards, Jason Holder, Daniel Hughes, Hayden Kerr, Nathan Lyon, Ben Manenti, Steve O’Keefe, Josh Philippe, Lloyd Pope, Jordan Silk, Mitchell Starc, James Vince

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Im source: ICC Twitter