England batter James Vince He was criticized England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) Because of its controversial policy on No Objection Certificate (NOC), the governing body is accused of double standards. This policy was introduced in November by the Board of Directors. Its distinctive feature is that it prevents players from participating in overseas competitions that overlap with the English domestic season, e.g Pakistan Super League (PSL)With an exemption granted to Indian Premier League (IPL). This policy has come under scrutiny for its apparent favoritism toward some journals. The latest addition among critics of the board's controversial policy is Vince, who has launched harsh criticism of the new rule.
James Vince alleges ECB favoritism towards the Indian Premier League
Vince has been a part of England The team that won Audi World Cup 2019 He captained Hampshire in English cricket. However, the 33-year-old has played domestic cricket for a number of teams in various T20 leagues. His association with the PSL dates back to the 2016 season when he signed Karachi Kings. The England mix has featured in every season since.
His connection with the Pakistan Elite T20 League was the reason behind his frustration with the ECB's decision. Pointing out the double standards from the ECB over players not being granted NOCs to play in the PSL, Vince criticized the board during a discussion with ESPNcricinfo.
“The PSL is a shorter competition, so if you're going to play in it, you'll probably miss domestic cricket less than if you were going to the IPL. So, that was a big one as it didn't feel right.” Vince said.
Vince also speculated that the different treatment of the IPL and PSL could be linked to the ECB's relations with the European Central Bank. Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). He noted that politics may influence the ECB's decision-making process, with its policies likely to be shaped by external factors.
“I think it has to do with the relations between the ECB, the PCB and the Bank of Credit and Commerce International.” Vince saw this, pointing to nepotism within the European Central Bank.
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Vince bid farewell to Test cricket to focus on the white-ball format
Additionally, Vince announced his retirement from Test cricket recently. His decision was largely driven by family considerations. After unprovoked attacks on their home in Hampshire last year, his wife Amy and their two young children decided to move to Dubai. The move made it impractical for Vince to continue playing in the County Championship, especially as committing to a full English domestic season would have significant tax implications.
However, the 33-year-old noted that the ECB's National Olympic Committee policy was also the driving force behind his decision to withdraw from red-ball cricket. Vince also warned that because of the ECB's decision, more players will choose to exit the domestic Premier League and play cricket abroad.
“When they first mentioned it, a group of players was created on WhatsApp and there was a lot of discussion,” the initial feeling was that this would turn people away from red-ball cricket. I felt it would limit opportunities. Players were frustrated by that… There were some things we didn't really understand. Vince mentioned.
Vince's cricket career with the national team was short-lived. The explosive batsman played just 13 Test matches for England and scored 548 runs for his national team.
