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Colin James Graves CBE (born 22 January 1948) is a British entrepreneur and the current chair of Yorkshire County Cricket Club. Graves founded the Costcutter chain of convenience stores, before serving as Chairman of the ECB. Biography CBE insignia
Jun 12, 2023 · Former Yorkshire chairman Colin Graves says he never witnessed racism at the club and withdrew his offer to return after criticism. He claims the club is at risk of administration and disputes the charges of institutional racism.
Jan 13, 2023 · Former ECB chair and Yorkshire founder Colin Graves says he is willing to return to the club on his terms, following Lord Kamlesh Patel's resignation amid a racism scandal. Graves, who bailed out the club in 2002, faces a debt issue and a legal challenge from sacked staff.
Jan 11, 2024 · Colin Graves was Yorkshire's "only viable option", according to the England and Wales Cricket Board, after the county agreed to a proposal from a consortium led by the controversial former...
Jan 11, 2024 · Colin Graves has apologised for the Yorkshire racism scandal as he looks set to return to power at the club. A takeover deal from a consortium led by former chairman Graves has been...
Feb 4, 2024 · Former Yorkshire chairman Colin Graves has been approved by club members to take over the debt-ridden county, despite his role in the racism scandal. Graves apologised for his past mistakes and pledged to create a inclusive culture at the club, while facing scrutiny from the ECB and the select committee.
Jan 11, 2024 · Yorkshire County Cricket Club's board has agreed to recommend its members approve a financial deal that could lead to former chairman Colin Graves taking control again. The move has sparked a backlash because Graves was chairman during a period of players facing racist abuse.
