Cricket club bans social media comments to protect players’ mental health

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: May 1, 2026Country: United Kingdom
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Cricket club bans social media comments to protect players’ mental health

The English cricket club Kent has suspended comments on their official social media accounts, with head coach Adam Hollioake suggesting players’ mental health could be damaged by stinging criticism. Kent is currently at the bottom of the second division of the County Championship after three matches, leading to frustrated fans' comments. Hollioake, who has lost close friends to mental health issues, stated he has a 'duty of care' to protect the team.

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