South African national cricket team removes Jewish captain, citing anti-Israel protests against him

Cricket South Africa had also previously suspended Teeger while it investigated hate speech allegations against him after he expressed support for Israeli soldiers following Oct. 7.

People hold Palestinian and South African flags during a demonstration in support of Palestinians at Three Anchor Bay in Cape Town, South Africa, October 22, 2023.

(photo credit: ESA ALEXANDER/REUTERS)

ByPHILISSA CRAMER/JTA, JERUSALEM POST STAFF

JANUARY 12, 2024 19:02

Updated: JANUARY 12, 2024 19:35

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