Michael Holding and Ebony Rainford-Brent speak passionately about ending institutionalised racism

[@stuartmartin2615]

Michael Holding is a legend. He speaks so eloquently with so much passion that I would listen to him read the phone book. This is so touching and powerful

[@partickdurrant6803]

True legend 👍👍

[@jtlincoln9830]

Michael Holdings best delivery, and that's saying something

[@glasswareround5415]

Yo 33 likes as well a coincidence and very well said im not going to ruin it

[@teem4800]

I see what you did there 😉

[@rufdymond]

"Fire In Babylon" is one of the greatest cricket documentaries even made.....

[@ozman9353]

Michael Holding was a legend in cricket, now he's just a legend. Ebony is also exactly how i want my children and grandchildren to think and act. I'm white and ashamed of racism. It's time this hatred is abolished forever.

[@laurasmith2157]

Please share this video with your friends and family

[@rickywright1264]

Don't be ashamed of anything that you haven't done personally. This is a part of the problem.

[@megabeergmail]

@@rickywright1264 Then don't ever take any pride in anything you haven't done personally. No pride in defeating the Nazis for example. The real problem is that people are quick to take credit for the good things our ancestors did but when there is any shame in what they did it's all "well that wasn't me" Also, if after watching this very powerful video you don't think racism isn't still a problem, then I don't know what to say. Thank you, Ebony and Michael for your eloquence and passion.

[@daver4481]

@@rickywright1264 Vegas's comment is spot on. If you're going to be proud of the good your ancestors did for you, or for our society, you need to take equal ownership of the things our ancestors did that was not good. It's not about accepting blame yourself, but it is about accepting that you have been provided with opportunities and benefits due to the actions of your ancestors - including the negative ones - that those with darker skins have missed out on. So all anyone is asking is for all white people to acknowledge that, and try to work with the black community to rectify the wrongs done to them in the past, that are still having an impact today.

[@rickywright1264]

@@daver4481 who said I was proud? I take George Carlins stance on ethnic and national pride.

[@andrewcohen8734]

Thanks Ebony - I've felt and feel your pain, and appreciate your strength and honesty. Thanks Micheal for explaining in plain English what should be obvious to all and is the slogan and principle that we should all endorse and uphold: Black Lives Matter Too. And I nearly forgot - a big thank you to Sky Cricket for facilitating this broadcast.

[@arronblack2648]

They clearly don't matter. Have you seen how Africa operates?

[@bryanlewens2068]

I remember Michael Holding from when I was young. He was a fantastic bowler then and has become a very wise pundit. He is also a lovely man. We would all do well to listen to him

[@serpentinefire77]

I remember both my sister and myself being allowed to stay off school on a Friday to go to Lord’s Cricket Ground with my parents, to see the legendary West Indies cricket team play against Tony Greig’s England and witness their magical team performances. It filled us with so much pride to witness such excellence from Clive Lloyd’s team during a time of everyday racism as a teenager. Thank you Micheal Holding for your contribution and for speaking out with such eloquence.

[@XrpCookies]

Clive Lloyd banged a heap of white prossies.

[@atoll4995]

... ..

[@jezzgates67]

Thank you Ebony. Thank you Michael. This needed discussing, probably a very long time ago but at last it is being talked about and hopefully addressed? Please god we are not having to talk about this again in twenty years time. We should be better than this. Better late than never. Thank you again. X

[@paulopie1541]

Thank you both so much for doing this. It's powerful, heartfelt and heartbreaking testimony. The honesty and hurt is palpable. With the platform you have and the respect and admiration that exists for you and other BAME sports players, Rashford, Sterling, Itoje, Sinckler etc. for your deeds both on and off the field of play, people will listen and you help bring the change.

[@simonsmith9363]

Mikey was, and is, a hero of mine. Ebony also forgets to mention the sexism she suffered too, like all girls who take up cricket. She has been a great advertisement for cricket!! People are people, whatever the colour of their skin.

[@shahrukhkazmi12]

I've been watching Jamie Carragher, Gary Neville, Keane, and others talking about racism for more than a year but I have never ever heard this level of talk which made me stayed for 15 mins. Holding kept his emotions intact and did a fair analysis with facts while Ebony shared what she went through this whole time with emotions. This video was complete for me.

[@realsoulja]

Maybe if they had ex-footballers like John Barnes, Ian Wright, Rio Ferdinand speak more about their experiences it would have had a better impact than three white guys telling us how bad racism is.

[@marleyite]

Just think how great the U.K. would be if everyone pulled together for the greater cause and persons could be judge on their character instead of their colour of skin.

[@sanurath1893]

Jokes aside.... Do you really understand what carragher says????

[@shahrukhkazmi12]

@@sanurath1893 lol.. Supporting Liverpool since ages so yeaa now i understand :)

[@juniormartin3528]

@@marleyite why just the UK? why not the whole world. would it not be better if everybody around the world pulled together that way there be true unity.

[@vidyabhushanrawat5696]

Simply brilliant. What a credible man. Michael Holding, I salute you for an absolutely way of explaining thing. We need people to speak up more. Discrimination in any form be it racism, casteism or in any way has to be condemned and outlawed.

[@whitehpa]

Wow!, surprised that Sky has put this together, times must be changing! Both such eloquent speakers. Michael Holding is just brilliant - a great fast bowler and even greater ambassador for the human race.

[@sportsfreakofficial]

When Michael Holding speaks, you listen. Period.

[@sharonnelson1411]

@Andy Moran. You just had to be that a$$hole, didn't you?

[@michaelayliffe7238]

There is only respect for this man, I saw him play at Adelaide Oval, there was no let up from his skill. Australia just had to get better not angry, but strong, faster, fairer.

[@dslapster64]

I grew up in London in the 70s and 80s and this moved me to the core. My dad was a good cricketer and a massive fan. I remember seeing the great West Indies team as a kid. The racism still rampant everywhere.

[@clevadeva]

An amazing piece of reality that’s much needed. I love to hear Michael Holding speak he’s voice and accent is so commanding. Big love to Ebony for sharing her truth and showing raw emotion.❤️

[@vaibthewall]

Very emotionally expressed by Ebony and Michael Holding, as always is rational, articulate and doesn't mince any words. Powerful stuff indeed.

[@bobbythomas5357]

Well said. I agree , and thank you for this piece.

[@jb894]

when they die they'll see that heaven is no where near as good a life now.

[@darrenwhittingham6833]

This is incredible. The passion and intent in this video is simply inspirational and the way they expose problems in society is wonderful, this is an brilliant piece. Thank you so much!

[@alanimals]

Daza you sound like a right snowflake, look at the problem for real when your eye's are dry.

[@hebisty4163]

@@alanimals What problem? the top 10 richest countries are all predominantly caucasian? the top 10 richest corporations owned by caucasians, 90% of the forbes rich 100 list is caucasian. What la la land do you live in mate? you are the snowflake here lol

[@alanimals]

@@hebisty4163 And your point is.........?

[@hebisty4163]

@@alanimals My point is you're calling someone a snowflake for noticing an actual problem when your the one making a problem out of nothing. You snowflake. 3-0 to me.

[@Alan-yb9ku]

@antony palmer Privilege people cry victims now, your race oppress every race, why dont you mention that..

[@AkshatJha]

This is inspiring--the way they speak about the systemic racism and see things exactly how they are. I recommend people to read more of James Baldwin(the initial quote in the video is by him). I cannot recommend his work enough. His writings provide an insight into racism like few others. Another Country, Giovanni's Room, all his essays..Every time I read Baldwin, I feel I am a better person.

[@Spectrescup]

@@alitrude lol 'no criticism'. He's a joke and seen as so.

[@armstronglaborde]

@@alitrude there is a quote somewhere; "there is non that is blind as to he/she that would not see. " Respectfully brother I believe that you fit that category. The operative word is would not instead of cannot.

[@ramesh7069]

Michael Holding - Sir you are true in heart and everything you explained is absolutely correct and is law.

[@donovanblair1677]

Thank you Mikey & Ebony....dignified, passionate and eloquent the pair of you.

[@AntoineMaloney]

This entire discussion by Holding and Rainford-Brent is totally absorbing, but pay special attention to Holding talking about Racism (12:28) and Black Lives Matter (15:10). Two great athletes speaking from the heart.

[@hughnewell8664]

I can feel the pain listening to these two people's tears come to my eyes listening to their pain and passion how they Express themselves I wish it went on longer I was disappointed when it finished

[@COLINBAIRD100]

I am happy this is NOW being aired. Back in 1977’ before I arrived here’ I was told to accept I must work twice of hard to get half as much. Even today I get comments about my Brillo pad hair.

[@robeson1231]

They're jealous scum

[@dancingdoves577]

No one cares, victim. You have to go back.

[@corl1136]

Its all about equality. Respect to both Michael and Ebony for expressing themselves so eloquently. Black Lives matter as well.

[@laurelmentis131]

Some very powerful words from Michael and Ebony.

[@lokeshmahapatra3335]

ebony rainford is strong character by heart amd emoltions.she is too beaytiful and cute. love and respect from india. we have witnessed how michael holding explained a complex matter in simple language.he is a intellectually very sound person,we need more of that from him. keep it up sir.

[@Bricks234-o1i]

'Racism is taught.' I completely agree. It is taught, and it is being taught in schools, in universities. It needs to end now.

[@LaVieDeReine86]

When I was young I told my mother I felt ashamed by white people and I wanted to peel my skin off. She told me that your skin doesn't define you either, we're all just people. I could listen to Michael Holding's beautiful voice and words all day long. Please don't give up almost all (sadly not all) of us support you 100%.

[@shahin150]

"racism is taught"...How can you put it any clearer???

[@garfieldskyers8656]

Thanks Michael for exposing racism in Jamaica and the Caribbean. Like you I grew up on Jamaica and never experienced racism, partly because I grew up in the country. It wasn't until I was in the States and a friend from Grenada pointed out to me our racism, that I realized that it was there, just that I did not recognized it.

[@petervad]

Brilliant. Thank you so much Michael Holding. Thank you so much Ebony Rainford-Brent. Thank you so much Sky Sports Cricket.

[@vitasbutkoon]

Respect to Michael Holding.

[@EDesignersLanka]

Inspirational explanation by the the legendary cricketer.

[@DrWhoFanUK]

Holding is absolutely spot on about technology being a turning point. I think the quote “...since the invention of the camera phone, ufos have disappeared but police brutality has ‘appeared’” is really appropriate.

[@MarkHiew]

As a boy, I grew up typically the only Chinese boy in a very white town in Western Australia. Perhaps in part because of this, I loved cricket growing up. Maybe I just love the game. Regardless, I have loved cricket ever since, and I will love cricket until the day I die. I remember referencing a cricketer from the 70s as a boy to my 5th grade teacher, who I looked up to immensely. "How do you know who Ian Redpath is? You weren't even born when he was playing!" That is true. But I wanted to prove through my knowledge of cricket that I am Australian too. That I have a place in this society. I remember some kids from my primary school telling me about coming back from an Australia vs West Indies match at the WACA, and telling me how some people in the crowd had been making fun of the West Indian players, including referring to them as "monkeys." My dad would tell me about the great West Indian teams of the 70s and I grew up in the era of great West Indian cricketers including Brian Lara, Curtly Ambrose, Courtney Walsh and Phil Simmons. Although I never got to watch him play, I have enjoyed Michael Holding's thoughtful and personable commentary for many years. It is immensely moving and gratifying to hear he and Ebony Rainford-Brent speak out on racism.

[@johnbattersby8639]

The big race battle for Chinese kids in the US right now is happening in Universities. They are being discriminated against for their often high marks. Because of that Chinese kids (even ones with lower marks) now have to get even higher marks to get into university, purely based on their race....while African American students require FAR less to get into University. Now that's racism. I do agree with you, Michael Holding is an incredible commentator.

[@alimantado373]

Cricket is an Empire game. Nuff said really. Lords / Oval 1976..was a milestone . my dad made sure that we watched it together.

[@jamikarim0000]

Salute to you Sir.Michael Holding .Very powerful words just like your Yorker, hit the Middle Stump !!

[@tonyedwards2693]

Their voices will be heard, speak up and call it out. Michael and Ebony have a platform where they can reach out to so many. Both spoke so well, touched so many and gave a voice to people who may otherwise would not be heard. Thank you 😢

[@bobcampbell3328]

Well said both Michael and Ebony, powerful and inspirational, hope not hate; education not subjugation. Shame on the dislikes and whatabouts, do one will you?

[@thabangnonyane2590]

Well said.

[@davidrichards809]

I have been a sky customer for nearly 25 years and I have to say that today at the cricket was the most powerful piece of television I have seen from them. This was eye opening.

[@markmcgavin3234]

Can Michael Holding run for PM? Got my vote.

[@covffchannel]

Mark McGavin and mine

[@stuartmiddleton5058]

In Jamaica he can.

[@chas453]

And mine . period !

[@Alan-yb9ku]

Wouldnt work, because he tells the truth, and it will offend a certain race who dont like hearing the truth about their sordid corrupt history..

[@FunkyRhythms]

Thank you so much for doing this. Powerful and honest. 🙏🏾

[@Yotsukaido]

As an Australian, I know what Aussie crowds can be like. Things need to change.

[@martinharvey3990]

Heartbreaking the elistest society that still happens at most of the structures in the UK. Private school boy's clubs... in sport, media, politics. It's a huge job to turn this thing around & it's great to hear inspirational speeches digging it out!

[@peterichards3261]

Two of the most passionate cricketers, both from different generations but having faced the same prejudices. Very moving

[@mindsetdevgroup]

Mike Ebony thank you for your candour and courage

[@nobodyinparticular8195]

This video touched me, and I hope it touches many others too. I have always had nothing but admiration and respect for Michael Holding, he has always spoken so well and confidently about anything and everything, but especially about inequality and racism, two things that shouldn’t exist in the 21st century. I firmly believe that the world needs more people like him. I also loved the way in which Ebony spoke, and for such a recognisable voice in the world of cricket to deliver the vital message that she did in the way that she did it, that is something that I believe cannot be replicated. May this message reach not just cricket fans across the world, but also many others, who need to hear the powerful words of these two incredible people.

[@petes009]

A deeply moving and honest account from both Michael and Ebony thankyou for sharing your honest views and Thankyou Sky Sports cricket.

[@hotelcampina]

Gwyn Williams. Jamaican PM, Michael Manley, once said Michael Holding was the most beautiful thing he´d ever seen on a cricket field. He remains just as beautiful off it just as this lovely girl, Ms Rainford-Brent is. Don´t know why she hasn´t been commentating this series; she has a delicious voice, perfect foil for the excellent Jonathan Agnew.

[@anonyme3573]

I'm a pale-skinned white woman who always got fake tans to look more exotic. Now I'm comfortable with being my natural pale white colour because it's who I am. Ebony should just grow her hair in all its natural glory. Embrace diversity and our differences.

[@petes009]

Hi, you've made a good point I'm pleased you're comfortable with who you are, I particularly like your comment that we should all embrace diversity!

[@KundaSandy2010]

Wonderful conversation. Every parent, trying to teach their kids about race and racism, should show this video.

[@okonsampson6310]

Mocheal Holdings and Ebony Brent, I respect your views .I lack words with tears. How long shall we continue to cry!?

[@chrisperceval193]

Michael Holding once said "When will people realise that there is only one race, the human race?" I don't think it can be put any better.

[@frano84]

This a biblical truth

[@tailor4r4]

Michael Holding, I am so proud of the man, very proud. I can never get bored listening to him speak. Very objective.

[@rahulrana9304]

Mikey, hats off to you man!

[@KumuduKapuge]

You are brave to discuss openly. Salute for Michael and Ebony

[@philipmuschett4084]

Saw him in high school playing for Kingston College What a great blower

[@davidwoodley3764]

Well spoken by a couple of true champions

[@brianfindley2863]

Well said Mike and Ebony. Love still ❤️!

[@michaelmaloney2977]

Powerful and incredibly important. Huge respect for Ebony-Jewel Rainford-Brent and Michael Holding.

[@Crystal-t6g]

Thank you Ebony for your truths 🇬🇧🇯🇲

[@Crystal-t6g]

I salute you Sir Michael Holding excellent video 🇬🇧🇯🇲

[@furdiebant]

Sir Michael Holding please

[@rich_lawrence]

That "Sir" is a legacy from a colonial past which plundered, raped and enslaved blacks across the globe and are now living in the wealth of our stolen family heirlooms. Mikey Holding is fine thank you.

[@hebisty4163]

@@rich_lawrence Legacy? There is still Sir's that plunder the world to this day.

[@vikz5786]

As a kid in NZ the perception was cricket was a white middle class sport. Basically because they were the only social group who could afford it. Then the West Indies toured in the late 70s - early 80s. That GREAT West Indies team. Michael Holding was one of their stars. Never forgotten him; a pleasure to see him speaking up now.

[@sanjaysinghrathore99]

holding is legend!

[@johnsheriff3904]

Im a white man and if im honest i thought racism was a thing of the past. Obviously i didnt have the first clue of what goes on still in tge world. Michael holding as always been an house hold name to me ive never thought of him as black white or anything else hes just a man and a great one at that. I could listen to him all day. What he says is true there's only one race the human race.

[@arunsreenivasan2074]

Wow I have goosebumps all over my body. What a great orator Holding is and he has really shown the importance of the movement so succinctly and clearly!

[@neilcaress9036]

I never, ever understood it and I don't think I am a unobservant or insular person. From 1963 onward I just saw these superb cricketers like Gary Sobers (still the greatest player I have seen), Wes Hall, Lance Gibbs, Rohan Kanhai, then: Holding, Roberts, Garner, Lloyd, Greenidge, Marshall (best fast bowler?), Ambrose, Richards, Walsh, and so on. There is the more recent players--not so all-conquering but great people who also happen to love the game and deserve respect. The point is that all these people were great players and outstanding people at the same time. I love Ebony on the radio especially with 'Daggers'. The ones I have contempt for are those who don't understand or cannot accept that there is only one human race, we are all connected, and that the visual differences are 99% irrelevant.

[@thewaddler7054]

Michael and Ebony ... I love you both ....

[@anthonystone6467]

So eloquent.

[@leswainwright5343]

I saw Michael Holding play for West Indies against England in a test match at the Oval in 1980.West Indies had the best bowling attack ever. Michael Holding, Andy Roberts, Malcom Marshall, Colin Croft, Curtley Ambrose, all brilliant fast bowlers. They annialted England & it was the best performance I have ever seen in Cricket. I agree what Michael says about racism. I am a white man & that West Indies team is the best I've ever seen. I hope that things change & racism is wiped out worldwide but realistcy this isn't going to happen any time soon unfortunately

[@shankarnarayananiyer5296]

My heart is soo torn apart looking at her cry and many other victims of this virus in our society 😭

[@akshayseller73]

No wonder West Indies was the greatest team ever! They channelled this hurt and anger and worked towards being the best! Never give up... keep fighting

[@TranquiloTrev]

Great interview. I think Ebony has it wrong. I think the people in power know exactly how it feels, and are inflicting it. She is too young to know that all these things were said 50 years ago, and 100 years ago etc etc. It is worse now than it was then.

[@hebisty4163]

And this is part of the issue. Racism was created by elite academics not working class. your right they are the ones than know exactly what they are doing and are the root cause. But i wonder why the media always choose black sports personalities to speak on our issues instead of qualified black professionals in the right fields. We don't see white sports men commenting on economics

[@alanimals]

@@hebisty4163 Do you have that much of a problem with the colour of skin ? Why don't you just get on with it we are what we are, the more noise you make the less people listen.

[@manuelpalmeira7278]

@@hebisty4163 Black professionals know a lot more.

[@hebisty4163]

@@alanimals Oh Alan... its you again. Alan don't worry, i will educate you again my narrow minded sparrow. Alan clearly my issue is inequality based on skin tone Alan. not the colour of skin itself Alan... Once again Alan, you have proven your inability to read, comprehend the information you just absorbed to then relay a coherent response. Alan i hope you stop with these feminine assumption you make, you remind me of a girl i knew called Alane.

[@hebisty4163]

@Alan Braham Im talking to Alane Hirst not you...

[@o.jfrancis9221]

Change the HEART, and you will change the person.

[@dolphin4682]

You r right sir

[@beingisolated6392]

Bit out of d topic, But Ebony rainford is simply one of gorgeous women's legend around. Ebony 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@HariMahadevanKoovapady]

Simply awesome! My respect for Mr.Holding has grown many folds after watching this (along with the other video where he chats with Nassir Hussein). It also explains why he had as much success as he did in the cricket field -- his superior intellect. If he can break problems down like he did in these videos, it's not hard to imagine how he could break a batsman's game down to the point where he can pin-point his flaws and attack it relentlessly. leading to the spectacular results that he had on field.

[@thabangnonyane2590]

Well put Hari. I am not much of a Cricket supporter, but have listened to his second video after this one and became more curious to find out more. This lays it bare, his analysis is brilliant, he breaks down what seems to be a complex or even opaque subject and presents it with such simplicity that it's nothing short of brilliant. My hat off to Ebony too, of course, she's human like all of us, and presents her perspective in the best way she could master, under the circumstances. It means she has had to deal with all of this so long by herself and now the floodgates have opened. Thanks to Sky Sports for this opportunity.

[@scot506]

Well.said respect

[@waterlord4146]

Racism or repudiating racism was one of the biggest factors in West Indies going unbeaten for 15 years. Let no one fool you on that

[@eclectica1]

Three words... Fire In Babylon.

[@avanelhylton]

Well said sir!

[@aquadir7707]

Thank you for this video and thank you Sky Sports

[@doomsdayzalinsky7910]

Thank you

[@marvincrawford2612]

Big up Michael Holding and Ebony Rainford-Brent, real talk !

[@yasmin1922]

The spirit and emotion they share they should be the teachers of future generations to educate all humans of all race creed colour

[@superbia75es]

These are so powerful. Excellent from all involved.

[@dooglesista1]

We Are All Human Beings👏🏽👊🏾 Yes Mr. Holding 🙏

[@sylvestercarter618]

Well, Ebony mostly were tearful at stuff that should have been avoided including racism

[@NickName-di3wp]

✊🏿✊🏼✊🏾✊🏻✊🏽✊…. 😞😔😟😠😠😤😡🤬…..two articulate, intelligent, decent human beings talking about the cancer of racism and bigotry in our society …. this should make every decent human being angry and hungry for real change!

[@rohanmccalla979]

Mikey whatever you touch becomes gold... thanks my Jamaican brother..

[@coleslondon3041]

Appreciated this

[@stevesmith2295]

Love all good people.

[@covffchannel]

Excellent clip. Thanks to sky sports for showing this. 🙏🏾

[@amitkumar-wj8gn]

Imagine Indian Cricketers speaking with so much emotion against caste atrocities in India. Sigh.. Doubt it will ever happen.

[@shahin150]

Castism is racism..

[@deltaduke1157]

White supremacist has indoctrinate the Indian people and society to the point that most indian people dont even recognize or understand what racism looks like,castism is white supremacist at work.

[@ANKET47]

Will they ever talk about persecution of Hindus by islam and christianity

[@neversate]

@@ANKET47 whataboutism

[@scorpiob9593]

So proud of Mickey for this and other post. You nailed it. Thank you. Marjorie B

[@salmanlutfi6463]

Great man

[@MrDISTINCTIVEMUSIC]

The amount of views says it all

[@jasondavis1460]

Incredible eloquence from Holding and Rainford-Brent. Bravo to both!