Durham’s downfall has roots in ECB’s encouragement of entrepreneurship | Vic Marks
There is much sympathy for Durham following their relegation to Division Two and, having been encouraged to speculate by the governing body, it is justifiedThe majority of the cricket world has great sympathy for the plight of Durham – though there may well be a few discreet smiles in the Southampton region – and much of that sympathy is justified. They are regarded more as victims of an entrepreneurial England and Wales Cricket Board than spendthrift villains.Since Durham satisfied one of the criteria of becoming a first-class county two decades ago, which was to build a new stadium in their county, they have been an adornment to the professional game. They have won three County Championships, produced more than their...